Citric Acid Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
Sipping a cold, golden glass of this herbal tea feels like a genuine act of self-care, especially when so many store-bought drinks and flavored teas sneak in citric acid as a preservative or flavor enhancer. This homemade version keeps things beautifully simple — just fresh ginger, chamomile, honey, and water — so you know exactly what's in every sip. The ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and lightly golden, then chamomile bags steep right in the pot for a deep, floral warmth that pairs perfectly with the gentle heat of the ginger. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out with natural sweetness, no synthetic additives required. Strained, chilled, and poured over ice, it's refreshing in a way that feels almost spa-like. A few sprigs of fresh mint on top make it look as good as it tastes, whether you're serving it to guests or just treating yourself on a slow afternoon.
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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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