Lemon Almond Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing and aromatic Lemon Almond Iced Tea, a delightful twist on the classic summer beverage. This recipe combines robust black tea with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice and a subtle hint of almond extract for a unique and sophisticated flavor profile. Lightly sweetened and perfectly chilled over ice, this tea is a breeze to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep time. Serve it garnished with vibrant lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for a presentation as stunning as its taste. Whether you're hosting a sunny afternoon gathering or simply relaxing on the porch, this citrusy almond iced tea is sure to become your go-to drink delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 4 bags Black tea bags
- 0.25 cups Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Almond extract
- 0.25 cups Sugar
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (for garnish)
- 8 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Remove the pot from the heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
Let the tea cool for about 10 minutes, or until it reaches room temperature.
Once the tea has cooled, stir in the lemon juice and almond extract.
Fill a large pitcher with 2 cups of ice cubes, then pour the cooled tea mixture over the ice.
Stir well to combine and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to blend.
Serve the iced tea in glasses filled with additional ice cubes.
Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a couple of mint leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.7 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 121 mg | 3% | |
*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.
