Licorice Mint Iced Tea
Cool off with a refreshing twist on classic iced tea—Licorice Mint Iced Tea is a delightful blend of soothing herbal flavors and subtle sweetness. This recipe combines the naturally sweet and mildly anise-like essence of licorice root with the crisp, cooling aroma of fresh mint leaves, perfectly balanced by the mild earthiness of green tea. Ready in just 25 minutes, this caffeine-friendly brew can be sweetened to taste with a touch of honey and served over plenty of ice for a revitalizing treat. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a unique addition to gatherings, this chilled tea is a hydrating, antioxidant-rich beverage that’s as flavorful as it is refreshing. Garnish with extra mint leaves for a beautiful, aromatic finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Licorice root
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons Green tea leaves (or tea bags)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Add 2 tablespoons of licorice root, 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, and 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves (or two green tea bags) into the boiling water.
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for an additional 5 minutes.
Strain the tea into a heatproof jug or pitcher, discarding the solids (licorice root, mint leaves, and tea leaves).
If desired, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is still warm to sweeten it. This step is optional and can be adjusted to taste.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled licorice mint tea over the ice.
Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves if desired and enjoy your refreshing Licorice Mint Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
92 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 30 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 3.5 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 228 mg | 5% | |
*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.
