Spiced, Lemon Rosemary Tea

• 3 lemons

• 3 sprigs rosemary

• 3 small cinnamon sticks

• 1 tsp peppercorns

• 1/2 tsp cayenne powder

• 2 Tbs dried ginger

• 1/4 tsp sea salt

• 2 quarts filtered water

• Maple syrup or local honey to sweeten

• Whiskey (optional)

1. Place all ingredients in a pan except for the sewer.

2. Bring to a boil then reduce to a low simmer and cook for about 15 minutes or so to steep the ingredients and draw out their qualities into the liquid.

3. Remove from heat and scrip into a cup. (Or strain, though I appreciate chewing on the ginger bits.)

4. (Optional) add a splash of whisky to turn it into a Hot Toddy!

5. Enjoy!