Mustard Free Ginger Rooibos Iced Tea
This iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a treat without any of the fuss ā deeply fragrant, lightly sweet, and beautifully jewel-toned in the glass. Rooibos brings a naturally smooth, earthy base that pairs brilliantly with the warm heat of fresh ginger, and a touch of honey rounds everything out without overpowering either flavor. The process is simple: simmer the ginger until the water turns golden, steep the tea bags until the liquid goes a rich amber-red, then chill and pour over ice. Every single ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden condiment-based additives sneaking into your glass. It's a great option when you want something more interesting than plain water but still need to keep things free of common allergens and flavor agents. Serve it with an extra slice of fresh ginger on the rim for a little visual flair that makes it feel genuinely special.
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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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