Citric Acid Free Ginger Dandelion Iced Herbal Tea
Earthy, warming, and just a little wild, this iced herbal tea is the kind of drink that feels like it came from a farmhouse kitchen rather than a bottle. Dried dandelion root simmers with fresh ginger until the liquid turns a gorgeous deep amber, filling your kitchen with a scent that's both grounding and invigorating. A spoonful of honey rounds out the bitterness beautifully, and the whole thing gets poured over ice for a refreshing finish that's nothing like anything you'd find on a store shelf. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, packaged teas and bottled drinks can be a minefield — many contain citric acid as a preservative or flavoring without it being obvious on the label. This recipe sidesteps all of that with just four clean ingredients, none of which carry that hidden additive. The ginger brings its own natural brightness and gentle heat, so there's no need for anything artificial to make this drink feel lively and complex. A few sprigs of fresh mint on top add a cool, aromatic finish that makes it feel genuinely special.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 2 tbsp dried dandelion root
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about 6–8 slices)
- 2 tbsp honey, or to taste
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, dried dandelion root, and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, until the liquid is a deep amber color and smells earthy and spicy.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved.
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