Starbucks Medicine Ball Recipe

Copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball used to be on the Starbucks secret menu item but now is a regular menu item and super popular. This medicine ball tea is the perfect blend of several ingredients that will soothe a sore throat, cold symptoms and coughs.

It is very easy to prepare at home making it perfect for those days you don’t feel like leaving the house. You can easily whip up a batch of this drink anytime you want and you will love the health benefits. You may also love Sun Tea Recipe, Easy Peach Iced Tea Recipe and Starbucks Chai Tea Latte.

What is in Starbucks Medicine Ball Drink?

This drink only has a handful of ingredients. It starts with lemonade and hot water. Then Teavana teas are seeped and added to the lemonade. We used Jade Citrus Mint and Peach Tranquility.

A dash of honey is stirred into the cup right before serving. All of this combines for a drink that is tasty and soothing. Steamed Lemonade is the base and brings it all together. This honey citrus mint tea is warm and comforting. Give your Starbucks Baristas a break and make your favorite tea at home.

Why We Love This Copycat Starbucks Medicine Ball Recipe

Not only is it more convenient to make it in the comfort of your own home but you will save money as well. I enjoy this delicious tea frequently and not just when I am sick. It is perfect to enjoy anytime you want hot tea.

This copycat recipe is super easy to make at home and tastes just like Starbucks. Since you can purchase the exact Teavana tea at the local grocery store, it really tastes the same and is the best cold buster tea.

Ingredients

• Water – The base of this delicious tea
• Lemonade – The perfect citrus flavor that blends perfectly with the tea and honey
• Teavana Jade Citrus Mint Tea – Feel free to use other brands of Mint Tea
• Teavana Peach Tranquility Tea – Use any peach tea that you prefer.
• Honey – Natural Sweetener

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Variations

• Peppermint Extract. For extra mint flavor, add peppermint extract or a pump of peppermint syrup, fresh mint leaves or spearmint leaves to the hot tea.
• Peppermint Tea bag. If you want the extra mint flavor but don’t have extract, use a tea bag instead. This will still give you peppermint flavor.
• Fresh Lemon. I like to top my cup of tea with a slice of fresh lemon and fresh lemon juice with a tablespoon honey. While optional, it is so refreshing and adds a special touch.
• Iced Beverage. You can actually enjoy this recipe chilled as well. Simply serve over ice.
• Change Tea – Substitute the tea and make it with pineapple, lemon verbena, lemongrass tea or caffeine-free chamomile tea for a delicious evening tea.

How to Make Starbucks Medicine Ball at Home

• Step 1 – Combine the water and lemonade. Stir together the water and lemonade in a small saucepan. Heat over medium to low heat until hot.

• Step 2 – Steep both types of tea bags. Then simmer the peach teas and jade citrus mint tea bag for 3 to 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags.

• Step 3 – Pour into a mug. Pour the mixture into a cup and stir in the 2 teaspoon honey.

• Step 4 – Serve warm and enjoy. It is delicious and very simple to make. Enjoy a cup today.

Expert Tips

• Microwave. You can also heat up the lemonade and water together in the microwave if you prefer.
• Adjust to taste. You can easily add in more honey or use less to adjust the sweetness to your preference.
• Double the recipe. This recipe is for 1 serving. You can double or triple the recipe to make multiple cups.
• Lemonade. We used Simply Lemonade but feel free to use your favorite brand at the grocery store.
• Tea Bags. We suggest using Teavana tea bags for a drink most similar to Starbucks. While you can use other brands, Teavana has the best flavor and results in the best drink in our opinion.

How to Store Leftover Medicine Ball Tea

This Medicine Ball Starbucks recipe is best served right after making it. However, it can be stored in the fridge up to 24 hours.

When ready to enjoy, reheat the beverage in the microwave until heated through. Just make sure to use a microwave safe mug and heat to the desired temperature.