Iced Rooibos and Forest Fruit Tea
Quench your thirst with the vibrant flavors of Iced Rooibos and Forest Fruit Tea—a refreshing blend of caffeine-free rooibos tea and a medley of juicy, antioxidant-rich berries. This easy-to-make recipe combines the natural sweetness of strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries with a hint of honey and zesty lemon for a perfectly balanced beverage. Lightly muddled fruits infuse the tea with their essence, while a cooling chill from ice cubes makes it the ultimate summer drink. Garnished with a sprig of mint and whole berries for a pop of color, this wholesome beverage is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for entertaining or as a hydrating treat, this iced tea is a must-try for tea lovers seeking a fruity twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Rooibos tea bags
- 2 cups Mixed forest fruits (e.g., raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, strawberries)
- 6 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey or sweetener of choice
- 1 piece Lemon
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 6 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the rooibos tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes for a rich, deep flavor.
While the tea steeps, rinse the mixed forest fruits and set aside ½ cup for garnishing.
In a large pitcher, combine the steeped rooibos tea (after removing the tea bags) and 1 ½ cups of the mixed forest fruits. Use a spoon or muddler to lightly mash the fruits to release their juices.
Stir in the honey or sweetener of choice while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
Juice the lemon and add the lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
Before serving, add ice cubes to the pitcher and give the tea a final stir.
Pour the iced rooibos and forest fruit tea into glasses. Garnish each glass with the reserved forest fruits and a sprig of mint, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
401 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.6 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 80.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 201 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 759 mg | 16% | |
*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.
