Low Sodium Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
There is something deeply refreshing about a cold, golden glass of herbal tea on a warm afternoon, and this one delivers on every level. Fresh ginger is simmered until the water turns fragrant and lightly golden before chamomile tea bags are steeped right into that spiced base, creating layers of floral warmth and gentle heat. A spoonful of honey brings just enough natural sweetness to round everything out without overpowering the delicate botanicals. Because this recipe relies entirely on whole, simple ingredients, you never have to second-guess what's in your glass — no packaged drink mixes, no hidden additives, just clean flavor from start to finish. Straining the ginger slices and pressing them for every last drop of their liquid is a small step that makes a noticeable difference in depth. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes and feels genuinely special without requiring much effort at all.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 chamomile tea bags
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about a 2-inch piece)
- 2 tbsp honey
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the chamomile tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep golden-amber color.
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