Turkey Free Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a little act of self-care in a glass. 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 flavor that's floral, warming, and gently sweet all at once. A spoonful of honey rounds everything out without overpowering the delicate herbal notes. The whole thing gets strained, chilled, and poured over ice — optionally finished with a sprig of fresh mint for a touch of brightness. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. It's the kind of refreshing, wholesome sip that works just as well on a lazy afternoon as it does at a dinner party.
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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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