Cinnamon Free Honey Rooibos Herbal Tea
Rooibos is one of those naturally sweet, earthy teas that feels like a warm hug in a mug, and this version leans into that with fresh ginger and a swirl of honey. Because rooibos is a South African herbal tisane rather than a true tea, it brings zero caffeine and zero cinnamon to the cup — making it a genuinely cozy option for anyone who needs to steer clear of that spice. So many warming drinks and chai-style blends lean heavily on cinnamon for their depth, but the combination of ginger and rooibos here delivers that same satisfying, slightly spicy warmth without it. The ginger is simmered directly in the water first, which draws out its brightness before the tea even steeps, giving the final drink a lovely layered flavor. Honey dissolves in smoothly and rounds out the earthiness without overpowering it. A few sprigs of fresh mint at the end add a cool, clean finish that makes the whole thing feel a little more special. It's simple enough for a weeknight wind-down but pretty enough to serve to guests.
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2 servings
- 2 cups water
- 2 rooibos tea bags
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 slices fresh ginger (each about ¼ inch thick)
- 4 sprigs fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and ginger slices in a small saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan 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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