Chamomile Granita Ice Water
Cool off with an elegant twist on hydration with this Chamomile Granita Ice Water recipe—a refreshing blend of delicate chamomile tea, zesty lemon juice, and icy perfection. Using simple techniques, this recipe transforms steeped chamomile tea sweetened with a touch of honey into a finely textured granita, perfect for infusing your water with a touch of luxury. The slow freezing and scraping process creates light, flaky crystals that melt beautifully into ice water, delivering a soothing, floral essence in every sip. Garnished with fresh mint leaves, this beverage is as visually stunning as it is invigorating, making it an ideal choice for hot summer days or as a light, palate-cleansing treat. Bonus: it’s easy to customize with optional sweetness or additional garnishes, offering a simple yet dazzling way to elevate your hydration game.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons (or 4 tea bags) Dried chamomile flowers or chamomile tea bags
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional, for sweetness)
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 cups Ice water
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Boil 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan.
Add the dried chamomile flowers or chamomile tea bags to the hot water and let steep for 5-7 minutes. If using dried flowers, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the solids. If using tea bags, simply remove them.
While the tea is still warm, stir in the honey (if using) until it dissolves completely. Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Let the chamomile tea cool to room temperature, then pour the tea into a shallow, freezer-safe container.
Place the container in the freezer and allow it to freeze for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, use a fork to scrape or break up any ice crystals forming along the edges. Return it to the freezer.
Repeat this scraping process every 30 minutes for about 3-4 hours, or until the entire mixture forms fine, flaky ice crystals resembling granita.
When the granita is ready, prepare 2 cups of ice water in a large serving jug or individual glasses. Juice the lemon and divide the lemon juice equally between the servings.
Spoon the chamomile granita into the ice water, stirring gently to combine. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing Chamomile Granita Ice Water!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
