SERVES ONE
½ a fresh preferably unwaxed lemon (or 2 Tbsp. lemon juice)
2-4 gratings of lemon zest
1 Tbsp Grade B (the dark stuff) pure maple syrup (not pancake syrup) Or 2 tsp. honey
8 oz. boiled hot water
A dash of chipotle or cayenne chili powder (optional)
Squeeze the juice of lemon into a favorite mug or cup.
Add a few gratings of lemon zest* if wished, avoiding the bitter pith.
Add the maple syrup and chili powder then pour in the hot water, stir to combine and let stand for a few minutes before sipping.
During this time of Covid19, I have been advised to sip a warm drink, be it water, tea, soup, broth, coffee or this soothing tonic every 20 minutes all day, everyday as it is now understood the virus gravitates to the back of one’s throat and it is destroyed by heat. So sip and stay well!
**All types of citrus zest have more beneficial compounds than their juice.