Barley Free Chamomile, Peppermint & Ginger Tea
This soothing herbal blend is the kind of drink that feels like a deep breath in a mug — floral chamomile, cool peppermint, and warming ginger all working together in perfect harmony. A touch of vanilla powder and a drizzle of honey round out the flavors with a gentle sweetness that makes this feel genuinely special. Grains are surprisingly common in packaged tea blends, whether as fillers, flavorings, or through shared processing lines, so brewing your own from whole botanicals is a smart way to stay in control of exactly what's in your cup. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from grain-based additives — just real herbs, fresh ginger, and pantry staples. The technique is simple but intentional: simmering the ginger first coaxes out its spicy warmth before the more delicate chamomile and peppermint are steeped off the heat, preserving their brightness. It comes together in under fifteen minutes and is equally lovely as a wind-down evening ritual or a gentle morning alternative to coffee.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried chamomile flowers
- ½ cup fresh peppermint leaves, loosely packed
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- 1–2 tsp honey, to taste
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is lightly fragrant and tinged pale yellow.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the dried chamomile flowers and fresh peppermint leaves. Stir once to submerge, then steep for 5 minutes.
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