Step 1

Cut 1 (1-inch) piece ginger root into 4 rounds (no need to peel). Place in a small saucepan and add 1 1/2 cups water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Uncover, reduce the heat to medium-low, and gently simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Carefully pour the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a mug. (Alternatively, you can use a fork to remove the ginger slices and then pour the tea into a mug.) Sweeten with honey and squeeze of lemon if desired.