Tree Nut Free Ginger Fennel Iced Herbal Tea
Bright, zingy, and surprisingly 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, and the optional mint garnish gives each glass a little extra lift. Bottled teas and store-bought herbal blends can be a minefield of mystery flavorings and shared-facility warnings, so brewing your own from scratch is genuinely the smarter move. The process is straightforward — simmer, strain, sweeten, and chill — and the result is a clean, aromatic drink that feels far more special than the effort involved. It's a fantastic make-ahead option for warm afternoons, dinner parties, or anytime you want something more interesting than plain water in your glass.
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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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