Mint Tea Punch Recipe

Beat the heat with this delightful Mint Tea Punch! Inspired by Southern Living (March 2004), this recipe combines the soothing flavors of fresh mint and sweet tea for an irresistible summer cooler. Easy to make and perfect for parties or a quiet afternoon, this refreshing punch is sure to become a new favorite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 641.2 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Mint Tea Punch

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How to Make Mint Tea Punch

  1. Boil 5 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 6 black tea bags (or 4 family size tea bags) to the boiling water.
  3. Add 1 cup of packed fresh mint sprigs.
  4. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar (or to taste).
  6. Steep for another 5 minutes to allow the sugar to fully dissolve.
  7. Remove tea bags and discard.
  8. Carefully pour the tea through a fine-mesh strainer into a large pitcher, discarding the mint sprigs.
  9. Stir in 2 cups of lemon-lime soda concentrate (or other fruit concentrate of your choice).
  10. Add 7 cups of cold water to the pitcher.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill thoroughly.
  12. Serve over ice. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and lemon slices (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

1 g

Sugar

635g

Fat

0g

Carbs

54g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mint Tea Punch?

Mint Tea Punch takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mint Tea Punch?

Mint Tea Punch has approximately 641.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 54 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mint Tea Punch?

The key ingredients for Mint Tea Punch are Boiling Water, Tea Bags, Mint Sprigs, Sugar, Frozen Orange Juice Concentrate, Frozen Lemonade Concentrate. See the full list with measurements above.

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