Description
Refreshing iced tea is the perfect beverage for any occasion, combining the bold flavors of brewed tea with the sweetness of fresh fruits and aromatic herbs. This delightful drink serves as a refreshing companion for summer barbecues or peaceful afternoons at home. With its vibrant colors and invigorating taste, this iced tea recipe will transport you to sunny days filled with joy and good company.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups filtered water
- 4–6 black or green tea bags
- 1/2 cup fresh fruit slices (lemons, oranges, or berries)
- 1/4 cup sweetener (sugar, honey, or agave syrup)
- Fresh herbs (mint or basil) for garnish
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of filtered water in a kettle. Once boiling, remove from heat and add tea bags; steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in sweetener while warm until completely dissolved.
- Pour the sweetened tea into a pitcher filled with ice cubes. Add fresh fruit slices.
- Toss in mint or basil leaves and stir gently to infuse flavor.
- Serve over ice in glasses, garnishing with additional fruit or herbs as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg