Vegan Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea
This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that looks stunning in a glass and tastes even better than it looks. Simmering fresh ginger and ground turmeric together before steeping the black tea builds a deep, warming base that no store-bought bottle can replicate. A pinch of black pepper is the quiet genius here — it enhances the turmeric and gives the whole drink a subtle, sophisticated kick without any heat. Maple syrup keeps things naturally sweet and completely plant-based, while a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens everything up and balances the earthiness of the spices. The result is a beautifully layered, amber-hued drink that's refreshing, anti-inflammatory, and genuinely satisfying to sip. It comes together in one saucepan with no fancy equipment, and the straining step ensures a silky-smooth pour every time. Serve it over plenty of ice with a lemon slice and watch it disappear fast.
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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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