Xanthan Gum Free Ginger Lemon Iced Tea
Bright, zippy, and deeply refreshing, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh ginger is simmered low and slow until the water turns fragrant and golden, giving every sip a warm, spicy backbone that pairs beautifully with the tartness of real lemon juice. Maple syrup brings just the right touch of sweetness without any of the artificial aftertaste you get from flavored syrups or store-bought mixes. The whole thing comes together in a single saucepan and a pitcher — no fancy equipment, no complicated steps. For anyone avoiding xanthan gum, this recipe is naturally in the clear: every ingredient is a whole, recognizable food with nothing hidden in the label. Poured over ice and garnished with a lemon slice or a sprig of fresh mint, it looks like something you'd order at a nice café. Make a big batch and keep it in the fridge — it disappears fast.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 6 cup water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 oz fresh ginger (about a 2-inch piece), peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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