Ginseng Energy Drink

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If you look closely at Energy drink labels, you’ll often see panax ginseng as a main

ingredient.

A great way to get ginseng, right?

Wrong.

Energy drinks are often full of sugar and caffeine, which will get you feeling buzzy, but can lead to a crash. Also, many companies, even those based in North America, are using Chinese ginseng--the ingredient label will read panax ginseng, and not panax quinquefolius, which is North American ginseng.

So, how do you get the energy you need for a workout or a busy day? Read on for a

healthy option that is caffeine-free, contains naturally-occurring electrolytes, has no

added sugar and has the farm fresh ginseng boost that will offer long-lasting,

sustainable energy.

Serves 2

Ingredients:

1 Citrus or Floral tea bag (I like Tazo Wild Sweet Orange or Hibiscus)

½ cup coconut water (for the naturally occurring electrolytes)

1 tsp ginseng powder OR 4 slices of softened ginseng root

Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Boil water and steep tea.

2. To the steeping tea, add 1 tsp of King Lake Farms ginseng powder OR soften

King Lake Farms root by steaming for 20 minutes (pro-tip: save the water in the

pot to drink later) or popping the dried root into the microwave for 30 seconds

and slicing. Add a few slices to the steeping water.

3. Wait 5 minutes.

4. Remove the tea bag (and ginseng slices, if used. The powder will dissolve).

5. Fill a tall glass with ice and add coconut water.

6. Pour tea into the glass with coconut water.

Enjoy!