Tampa Tea Recipe

A refreshing twist on classic iced tea! This Tampa-inspired recipe, adapted from a vegan chef, blends the bright flavors of orange and lime with your favorite tea for a healthy and delicious summer beverage. Perfect for hot days or any time you need a revitalizing pick-me-up. Learn how to make this easy, flavorful iced tea in just minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1392.5 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Tampa Tea

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tampa Tea

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How to Make Tampa Tea

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 4 tea bags (black tea, green tea, or your preferred type) to the boiling water.
  3. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes.
  4. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste) and stir until completely dissolved.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of cold water to help cool the tea.
  6. Add 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice and 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice.
  7. Stir well to combine.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. Before serving, taste and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar if needed.
  10. Serve over ice. Garnish with lime wedges and orange slices for a vibrant presentation.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

1231g

Fat

1g

Carbs

116g