Iced Tea Recipe

Beat the heat with this incredibly refreshing homemade iced tea! Made with strong brewed tea, fresh mint, citrus fruits, and a touch of honey, this recipe is perfect for hot summer days. Prepare the tea the night before for a quick and easy morning treat. This recipe makes a large batch, perfect for sharing with friends and family!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 41.3 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Iced Tea

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How to Make Iced Tea

  1. Boil 1 liter (4 cups) of water in a kettle.
  2. Steep 8 black tea bags (or to taste) in the boiling water for 5 minutes in a large teapot.
  3. Add 1/2 cup honey and 6 sprigs of fresh mint to the teapot. Let steep for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Remove the tea bags and mint sprigs. Allow the tea to cool completely (ideally, refrigerate overnight).
  5. Fill a large pitcher with ice.
  6. Pour the cooled tea over the ice.
  7. Add 1/2 cup orange juice and 1/4 cup lime juice.
  8. Add 4 remaining sprigs of fresh mint, 2 orange slices, and 2 lemon slices to the pitcher.
  9. Stir gently to combine.
  10. Serve immediately in glasses filled with ice. Garnish with additional mint sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

0g

Carbs

3g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Iced Tea?

Iced Tea takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Iced Tea?

Iced Tea has approximately 41.3 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Iced Tea?

The key ingredients for Iced Tea are Tea, Orange Juice, Honey, Mint, Lime, Juice Of, Orange. See the full list with measurements above.

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