Shellfish 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, almost floral depth that pairs beautifully once everything is strained and chilled. A touch of honey rounds it all out without making it cloying, so the flavors stay clean and lively over ice. The process is simple — a quick simmer, a strain, and a little patience while it cools — but the result tastes far more considered than the effort involved. Bottled teas and store-bought herbal blends can carry all kinds of additives and flavorings you didn't ask for, so brewing your own from whole ingredients puts you completely in control. A sprig of fresh mint on top is optional, but it adds a pop of color and a cool finish that makes the whole glass feel a little more special. This one is easy to batch ahead and keep in the fridge for whenever you need something a little more interesting than plain water.
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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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