Xanthan Gum Free Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea

Total time50 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

Xanthan Gum Free Turmeric Ginger Iced Tea

This golden, fragrant iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're doing something genuinely good for yourself — and it tastes incredible while doing it. Simmering fresh ginger and ground turmeric together before the tea even steeps coaxes out deep, warming flavor that no bottled version can match. A pinch of black pepper is a small but smart addition that plays beautifully off the turmeric's earthiness. Maple syrup sweetens things naturally, and a squeeze of fresh lemon brightens the whole cup with just enough citrusy lift. The whole thing gets strained smooth, chilled over ice, and poured into glasses that practically beg for a lemon slice on the rim. For anyone navigating thickener-heavy or additive-laden beverages, this recipe is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is whole and straightforward, with absolutely nothing to second-guess. It's refreshing, vibrant, and endlessly drinkable whether you're serving a crowd or just treating yourself on a slow afternoon.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the tea

4 cups water
4 black tea bags
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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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