Mushroom Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a genuine treat without requiring much effort at all. Fresh ginger is simmered until the water turns lightly golden and deeply aromatic, then chamomile tea bags steep right in that warm, spiced base for a layered floral-meets-zingy flavor that's genuinely refreshing. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out with just enough sweetness, and the whole thing chills down into something you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week. Since every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no store-bought blends with mystery additives to decode. Pouring it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint makes it feel a little fancy, whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or just winding down on a warm afternoon. It's proof that a truly satisfying, crowd-pleasing drink doesn't need to be complicated.
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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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