Nutmeg Free Cinnamon Rooibos Vanilla Tea
Warm, earthy, and gently spiced, this simmered tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to curl up with a blanket and do absolutely nothing productive. Rooibos brings a naturally sweet, slightly floral base that pairs beautifully with the floral warmth of Ceylon cinnamon and the soft depth of vanilla powder. A drizzle of honey rounds everything out, and a splash of coconut milk transforms it into something almost creamy and indulgent. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this blend is a genuine win — nutmeg is nowhere near this recipe, and every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Simmering the spices directly in the water rather than just steeping a bag means you get a much more developed, layered flavor in every sip. It comes together in one small saucepan with barely any cleanup, which makes it just as practical as it is comforting.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp loose-leaf rooibos tea
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder
- ⅛ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1–2 tsp honey, or to taste
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, rooibos tea, vanilla powder, and Ceylon cinnamon in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep reddish-amber.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add more honey if desired.
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