Hazelnut 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 done something good for yourself. Fresh ginger brings a gentle heat while fennel seeds add a subtly sweet, anise-like depth that makes every sip feel a little more interesting than your average iced tea. A touch of honey rounds everything out without overpowering the natural herbal notes. Store-bought bottled teas and flavored drinks can be a minefield when you're avoiding tree nuts, since shared facilities and vague "natural flavors" labeling make it hard to know what's really inside. This recipe keeps things completely transparent — just water, whole spices, honey, and a handful of fresh mint if you're feeling fancy. The process is straightforward: simmer, strain, chill, and pour over ice. It's an elegant, crowd-pleasing pitcher drink that comes together with almost no effort and zero guesswork about what's in it.
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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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