Cashew Free Ginger Rooibos Iced Tea
There is something deeply satisfying about a homemade iced tea that actually tastes like something ā and this one delivers. Earthy, caffeine-free rooibos gets simmered with fresh ginger until the liquid turns fragrant and golden, then steeped to a gorgeous deep amber-red that looks as good as it tastes. A touch of honey rounds out the warmth of the ginger without making things overly sweet. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of tree nuts, so there is no label-scanning or substitution stress involved. The technique of simmering the ginger first is what sets this apart from a basic cold brew ā it coaxes out a spicy, aromatic depth that you just cannot get from a quick steep. Pour it over ice and add a fresh ginger slice for a drink that feels genuinely special, whether you are serving guests or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 rooibos tea bags
- 1 oz fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about 8ā10 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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