
Fresh ginger and bright lemon juice make this iced tea anything but ordinary — it's the kind of drink that tastes like it came from a fancy café but comes together entirely in your own kitchen. The ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, building a warm, spicy backbone that balances beautifully against the citrusy punch of fresh lemon. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, giving the whole thing a subtle depth that plain sugar just can't match. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden additives sneaking into your glass. It's naturally free of tree nuts without any substitutions required — just clean, simple flavors doing exactly what they should. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a few lemon slices and a sprig of mint, and it looks as good as it tastes. This is the kind of pitcher drink you'll want to keep stocked in the fridge all week.
Fig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →4 servings








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.
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!
