Legume Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
This golden, aromatic iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a little act of self-care on a warm afternoon. Fresh ginger is simmered until the water turns fragrant and lightly golden, then chamomile tea bags steep right in that spiced base, building a deep, floral warmth that's genuinely hard to stop sipping. A stir of honey rounds everything out with just enough sweetness, and a handful of fresh mint over ice makes it look as good as it tastes. Because it's built entirely from whole, simple ingredients — water, ginger, chamomile, honey — there's nothing hidden to worry about, which is a real relief when so many packaged teas and bottled drinks sneak in unexpected additives. The technique of pressing the ginger slices through the strainer is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out every last bit of that bright, spicy flavor. Make a pitcher ahead of time and keep it cold in the fridge so you've always got a refreshing glass ready to pour.
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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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