Green Chai Digestive Tonic with Fennel and Mint
A soothing digestive blend of green chai, fennel seeds, and fresh mint—warming spices meet cool freshness for gentle gut support.
Green chai already has a head start as a wellness drink—its ginger and cardamom are natural digestive aids. Adding fennel and mint creates a powerful yet gentle tonic that settles the stomach without heaviness.
The green tea base provides a light dose of L-theanine and antioxidants, giving you calm focus rather than the jittery buzz of coffee. Combined with the chai spices, it's energizing and grounding at the same time.
Fennel seeds contribute a subtle anise sweetness that rounds out the spice profile. Lightly crushing them before brewing releases their essential oils and maximizes their soothing effect.
Drink this after a heavy meal or as a morning ritual to start the day with warmth and intention. It's caffeine-light enough for the afternoon too—perfect for that 3 PM slump when you need a lift without the crash.
Ingredients
- 1 green chai tea bag or 2 tsp loose green chai
- 1 cup hot water (80°C)
- 1/2 tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
- 4–5 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp honey
- Squeeze of lemon
How to make it
- 1Crush fennel seeds lightly with the back of a spoon to release oils.
- 2Place green chai tea and fennel seeds in a cup. Pour hot water (80°C, not boiling) over them.
- 3Steep for 4 minutes. Add mint leaves in the last minute of steeping.
- 4Strain, stir in honey and a squeeze of lemon. Serve warm.
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