Pecan Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
There is something deeply soothing about a glass of iced tea that was made entirely from scratch, and this chamomile and ginger version delivers that feeling in every sip. 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 flavor that is floral, gently spicy, and quietly sweet. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out without overpowering the delicate herbal notes. The whole thing gets strained, chilled, and poured over ice — simple steps that result in something that tastes genuinely special. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally derived, there is zero concern about hidden additives or cross-contact from processed snack ingredients. A few sprigs of fresh mint on top make it feel like something you'd order at a nice café, but it comes together right in your own kitchen. It is the kind of drink that works equally well as a relaxing afternoon treat or an elegant addition to a summer gathering.
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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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