Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsBorn and Raised® HendersonGolden Monkey Recipe

Golden Monkey Recipe

Time15m
Serves1

Make Golden Monkey Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Flavor Enhancers

Garnish

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Heat the Water

    Begin by boiling 250 ml of fresh water in a kettle or pot.

  2. 2

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water has reached a boil, remove it from heat and add 2 tsp of Golden Monkey tea leaves. Let it steep for about 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.

  3. 3

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer into your favorite mug.

Flavoring the Tea

  1. 4

    Add Honey

    Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey to the brewed tea while it is still warm, allowing it to dissolve completely.

  2. 5

    Add Lemon Juice

    Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to the tea for a refreshing citrus flavor.

  3. 6

    Sprinkle Cinnamon

    Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder into the tea and stir well to combine.

Garnishing the Tea

  1. 7

    Add Lemon Slice

    Garnish your tea with a slice of lemon placed on the rim of the mug.

  2. 8

    Add Cinnamon Stick

    Finally, place a cinnamon stick in the mug for added flavor and aesthetic appeal.

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