Gut Friendly Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
Few drinks are as quietly soothing as a cold glass of herbal tea on a warm afternoon, and this one earns its place in regular rotation. Fresh ginger is simmered directly in the water before the chamomile bags ever hit the pot, which coaxes out a deeper, more aromatic flavor than simply dunking a tea bag and calling it done. The result is a deep golden-amber brew that's gently warming from the ginger, floral from the chamomile, and just sweet enough from a touch of honey. Both ginger and chamomile have long been celebrated for their calming, digestive-friendly properties, making this a smart reach when your stomach needs a little kindness. There are no artificial sweeteners, no carbonation, and no mystery additives — just clean, recognizable ingredients that are easy on the system. A handful of fresh mint on top adds a bright, cooling finish that makes the whole glass feel a little more special. Make a pitcher ahead of time and keep it in the fridge so a gut-friendly, genuinely refreshing drink is always within reach.
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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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