Orange Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this vibrant and refreshing Orange Iced Tea, a perfect blend of bold black tea and the sunny zest of fresh oranges. Infused with freshly squeezed orange juice and a hint of fragrant orange zest, this easy-to-make beverage is naturally sweetened with an optional touch of sugar to suit your taste. Served over ice and garnished with juicy orange slices and fresh mint sprigs, this invigorating drink is a summer must-have that’s both elegant and hydrating. Ready in just 15 minutes and ideal for any gathering, this citrus-infused iced tea recipe is a delicious way to brighten your day.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 1 cup Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar (optional)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 pieces Orange slices (for garnish)
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar (if using) until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea, freshly squeezed orange juice, and orange zest. Stir well.
Add 2 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher and stir again to chill the tea.
To serve, pour the orange iced tea into glasses filled with additional ice cubes.
Garnish each glass with a slice of orange and a sprig of fresh mint for a vibrant presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.7 g | ||
| Protein | 2.2 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 610 mg | 13% | |
*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.
