Caffeine Free Ginger Rooibos Iced Tea
Rooibos is naturally free of caffeine, making it a brilliant base for anyone who loves a proper iced tea without the jittery side effects. This version layers in fresh ginger — simmered right in the water before the tea even steeps — so every sip carries a warm, spicy depth that feels anything but plain. The honey dissolves in while the brew is still hot, sweetening it gently without overpowering the earthy, amber-red richness of the rooibos. Pressing the ginger slices through the strainer at the end is a small step that makes a real difference, coaxing out every last bit of that bright, peppery flavor. Once it's chilled and poured over ice, it's the kind of drink that looks gorgeous in the glass and tastes like something you'd order at a nice café. It's also incredibly easy to batch ahead and keep in the fridge, ready to pour whenever you need something refreshing and satisfying.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 rooibos tea bags
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8–10 slices)
- 2 tbsp honey
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 thin slices fresh ginger (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden from the ginger.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the rooibos tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes, until the liquid is a deep amber-red.
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