Vegetarian Ginger Chamomile Iced Herbal Tea
There is something deeply satisfying about a cold, golden glass of tea that you made entirely from scratch. This recipe layers the floral softness of chamomile with the warm, slightly spicy kick of fresh ginger, all brought together with a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Simmering the ginger directly in the water before steeping the tea bags is the move that makes this drink feel like so much more than a basic iced tea — it coaxes out every bit of that bright, aromatic heat. The result is a beautifully amber brew that's refreshing over ice and just fancy enough to serve to guests without any extra effort. Because every ingredient here is straightforwardly plant-based, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden animal-derived additives — honey, chamomile, ginger, and fresh mint are exactly what they sound like. A sprig of fresh mint on top adds a little color and a cool herbal note that ties the whole glass together.
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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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