Australian Tropical Tea Recipe

Escape to the Australian tropics with this vibrant and refreshing iced tea! Inspired by an antique Australian cookbook, this recipe is perfect for hot summer days. Sweet, tangy, and subtly spiced, it's the ultimate thirst quencher. Easy to make and incredibly flavorful, it's a must-try for tea lovers and anyone seeking a taste of Aussie sunshine.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 87.2 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Australian Tropical Tea

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How to Make Australian Tropical Tea

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 1 cup (240ml) of orange juice to a simmer over medium heat. Do not boil.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in 4 tablespoons (20g) of loose leaf tea (or 4 tea bags), 2 tablespoons (30ml) of honey, 1 teaspoon of grated ginger, and a pinch of cinnamon.
  3. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes, or until the tea reaches your desired strength.
  4. Remove the tea bags or strain the tea through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
  5. Allow the tea to cool completely to room temperature.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled.
  7. Serve in small goblets or glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lemon slices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

57g

Fat

1g

Carbs

6g

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