Oats Free Lemon Ginger Iced Tea
Bright, zippy, and deeply refreshing, this iced tea layers bold black tea with the warming kick of fresh ginger and a squeeze of real lemon juice for a drink that feels both sophisticated and effortless. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, giving it a subtle depth that plain sugar just can't match. The whole thing comes together in a single saucepan before chilling in the fridge, making it an easy batch drink you can prep ahead for a crowd or keep on hand all week. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of grain-based additives, so there's no label-scanning or second-guessing — just clean, wholesome components you can trust. Garnished with fresh mint and lemon slices, it looks stunning in a glass and tastes even better than it looks. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just want something more exciting than plain water, this pitcher will not disappoint.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 6 cup water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 oz fresh ginger (about a 2-inch piece), peeled and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 4 cups water and the sliced ginger in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, until the water is fragrant and lightly golden.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags. Do not squeeze the bags.
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