First Presbyterian Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and vibrant First Presbyterian Iced Tea, a delightful twist on classic iced tea that’s perfect for summer gatherings and casual afternoons. This crowd-pleasing beverage combines the robust flavor of black tea with the tropical sweetness of pineapple juice, the bright citrus notes of orange and lemon juice, and just the right touch of sugar for balance. Served over crisp ice and garnished with fresh mint leaves and orange slices, this iced tea is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe yields 6 servings of irresistibly fruity goodness. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy on a sunny day, this First Presbyterian Iced Tea will be a hit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 count black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup lemon juice
- 4 cups cold water
- 3 cups ice cubes
- 4 count orange slices
- 8 count fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Place the black tea bags in a heatproof pitcher or bowl.
Pour the boiling water over the tea bags and let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until it dissolves completely.
Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.
Once cooled, add the orange juice, pineapple juice, and lemon juice to the tea. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the cold water and mix thoroughly.
Taste the tea and adjust sweetness or tartness, if desired, by adding more sugar or lemon juice.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the prepared tea over the ice in each glass.
Garnish with orange slices and fresh mint leaves before serving.
Enjoy your refreshing First Presbyterian Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
702 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 166.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 985 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
