
Fresh ginger simmered low and slow gives this iced tea a warmth and depth that no store-bought bottle can touch. The combination of bold black tea, bright lemon juice, and spicy ginger creates a drink that feels both refreshing and a little sophisticated — the kind of thing you'd happily serve at a backyard gathering or sip solo on a hot afternoon. Maple syrup brings just the right amount of sweetness without overpowering the citrus, and it dissolves beautifully into the warm tea base. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of legumes, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just clean, simple flavors working together. The process is straightforward: simmer, steep, strain, chill, and pour over a tall glass of ice. A few lemon slices and a sprig of fresh mint on top make it look like something from a café menu with almost zero extra effort.
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Combine 4 cups water and the sliced ginger in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
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