Vegan Lemon Ginger Iced Tea
Bright, zingy, and deeply refreshing, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to sit on a porch and do absolutely nothing for a while. Fresh ginger is simmered directly in the water before the tea bags are added, which coaxes out a warm, spicy depth that you simply cannot get from a powder or a store-bought mix. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, keeping everything completely plant-based while adding a subtle richness that plain sugar just doesn't bring. A generous pour of fresh lemon juice ties it all together with a citrusy brightness that balances the ginger's heat beautifully. The result is layered and complex in a way that feels almost fancy, even though the process is genuinely simple. Served over ice with a few lemon slices and a sprig of mint, it looks as good as it tastes — perfect for entertaining or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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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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