Lupin Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
There is something deeply refreshing about a homemade iced tea that actually tastes like it was made with care, and this ginger chamomile version delivers exactly that. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, then chamomile tea bags steep right in that warm, spiced base for a layered floral-meets-zingy flavor you just can't get from a bottle. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out with gentle sweetness, and the whole thing chills down into a gorgeous amber drink that looks as good as it tastes. For anyone navigating ingredient sensitivities, this recipe is beautifully straightforward — every component is a whole, recognizable ingredient with no hidden additives or fillers to worry about. The optional fresh mint garnish adds a bright, cooling finish that makes it feel a little fancy without any extra effort. It's the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week.
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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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