Dairy Free Ginger Fennel Iced Herbal Tea
Bright, aromatic, and genuinely refreshing, this iced herbal tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together. Fresh ginger brings a gentle heat while fennel seeds add a subtly sweet, almost floral depth — together they create something far more interesting than anything you'd pull off a store shelf. A touch of honey rounds out the flavor without overpowering the herbs, and the whole thing comes together in a single saucepan before chilling down beautifully over ice. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant-based, there's zero need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out — it's effortlessly free of dairy from the ground up. The optional fresh mint garnish adds a pop of color and a cool finish that makes it feel genuinely special, whether you're serving it at a summer gathering or just treating yourself on a slow afternoon. Make a big pitcher and keep it in the fridge — it disappears fast.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 4 cups water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fennel seeds
- 2 tbsp honey
For serving
- 2 cups ice
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, ginger slices, and fennel seeds in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- 2
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and lightly golden.
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