Green tea is one of the best afternoon companions in winter. It offers steady, focused energy without the crash of coffee and feels lighter than many spiced or sweet drinks. These recipes are easy, comforting, and designed to fit into real life.
Each one can be made hot or cold depending on your mood.
1. Pear Ginger Green Tea Citrus Mug
This is the easiest place to start. Bright, warming, and lightly energizing.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons Full Moon Tea Company Pear and Ginger Green Tea
- 1 cup hot water or cold water for cold brew
- 1 thin slice fresh ginger
- A squeeze of fresh orange or lemon
- Honey, optional
How to Make It
For hot tea, steep the tea and ginger in hot water for 3 to 4 minutes. Add citrus and sweeten lightly if desired.
For cold brew, steep the tea and ginger in cold water for 8 to 10 hours, then add citrus before drinking.
Why it works
Ginger supports digestion and warmth, while green tea provides steady afternoon energy.
2. Honey Green Tea Latte
A cozy afternoon drink that feels like a treat but stays light.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons green tea
- 1 cup hot water or cold brewed green tea
- ½ cup milk or non-dairy milk
- 1 teaspoon honey
How to Make It
For hot, brew green tea, warm the milk separately, then combine and sweeten.
For cold, use chilled green tea and cold milk over ice, stirring in honey until dissolved.
Why it works
Milk softens green tea’s natural bitterness and makes the drink more satisfying without heaviness.
3. Green Tea Winter Spritz
Refreshing, bright, and perfect when you want something different.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup brewed or cold brewed green tea
- Sparkling water
- A strip of citrus peel
How to Make It
For hot, brew green tea and top with gently warmed sparkling water just before serving.
For cold, pour chilled green tea over ice and top with sparkling water. Add citrus peel and stir gently.
Why it works
This keeps green tea feeling lively and hydrating, especially during afternoon energy dips.
4. Iced Green Tea with Apple and Cinnamon
A winter-appropriate cold brew that still feels seasonal.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons green tea
- 1 cup cold water
- A few thin apple slices
- A small cinnamon stick
How to Make It
Cold brew everything together for 8 to 10 hours in the refrigerator. Strain before drinking.
Why it works
Apple and cinnamon bring winter flavor without overwhelming the green tea. It’s crisp, gentle, and grounding.
A Gentle Afternoon Reset
Green tea is ideal for winter afternoons because it supports focus without overstimulation. Whether hot or cold, these recipes offer small moments of care that fit naturally into the day.
No crash. No heaviness. Just steady energy and warmth where it counts.
