Oats Free Cinnamon Rooibos Vanilla Tea
Warm, earthy, and gently spiced, this simmered rooibos blend is the kind of cup that makes you want to slow down and actually enjoy your afternoon. The deep reddish-amber color alone is enough to make it feel special, and the combination of Ceylon cinnamon and vanilla powder gives it a naturally sweet, almost dessert-like warmth without any added fuss. Rooibos is naturally caffeine-free and completely grain-free, so there's zero concern about cross-contact with oats or oat-derived ingredients — something that can be surprisingly tricky to avoid in flavored teas and herbal blends sold at the store. A drizzle of honey rounds out the flavor beautifully, and a splash of full-fat coconut milk transforms it into something almost creamy and indulgent. It comes together in a single saucepan in just minutes, making it an effortless ritual for mornings, evenings, or any quiet moment in between.
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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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