Citrus Free Ginger Rooibos Iced Tea
Rooibos has a naturally sweet, earthy depth that makes it one of the most satisfying bases for iced tea ā no citrus needed to make it shine. Fresh ginger is simmered directly in the water before the tea even steeps, coaxing out a warm, spicy backbone that gives every sip real personality. The honey dissolves right into the hot liquid, so the sweetness is smooth and evenly distributed rather than pooling at the bottom of your glass. So many bottled teas and store-bought blends sneak in lemon juice, orange peel, or "natural citrus flavors," which makes finding a safe ready-to-drink option genuinely frustrating ā this one is completely free of that concern. The deep amber-red color alone is enough to make you want to pour a glass immediately. It's the kind of drink that feels special enough for guests but simple enough to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week.
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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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