Walnut Free Ginger Turmeric Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it tastes incredible while doing it. Fresh ginger and ground turmeric simmer together until the water turns a deep, jewel-like amber, and a pinch of black pepper and cinnamon round out the warmth beautifully. Green tea adds a gentle, grassy depth, while honey and fresh lemon juice bring just enough sweetness and brightness to keep things refreshing. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan before being strained into a pitcher and chilled, so the process is simple and the result looks stunning poured over ice. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is naturally in the clear — every ingredient here is straightforward, with no hidden blends or spice mixes that might sneak in unwanted additions. It's the kind of homemade drink that puts store-bought wellness beverages to shame, and you can batch it ahead so a cold glass is always waiting in the fridge.
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4 servings
- 4 cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 3 green tea bags
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 3 cups water, the sliced ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, and black pepper in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the liquid is fragrant and a deep golden color.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, then remove and discard the bags.
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