Artificial Food Coloring Free Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea
That gorgeous deep golden color in your glass? It comes entirely from turmeric and brewed black tea — no dyes, no artificial anything. For anyone navigating store-bought beverages loaded with synthetic colorants, this homemade iced tea is a genuinely refreshing alternative that looks just as vibrant as anything on a convenience store shelf. Fresh ginger simmers right into the base, giving the drink a warm, slightly spicy backbone that pairs beautifully with the earthy turmeric and bright hit of lemon juice. A pinch of black pepper is the quiet hero here, helping the turmeric do its thing while adding just a whisper of heat. Maple syrup keeps the sweetness natural and mellow, and you can dial it up or down to suit your taste before you pour over ice. The result is a chilled, golden drink that feels fancy enough for guests but is genuinely simple to pull together on any afternoon.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 pinch black pepper
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water, sliced ginger, ground turmeric, and black pepper 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 liquid is a deep golden-yellow and fragrant.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 4 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
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