Picnic Tea
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and citrusy Picnic Tea, the perfect drink for sunny outdoor gatherings or relaxing afternoons. This easy-to-make iced tea combines robust black tea with a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar, uplifted by vibrant slices of fresh lemon and orange. Enhanced with the cool, aromatic touch of fresh mint and served ice-cold, this drink is a delightful balance of flavor and simplicity. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a crowd-pleasing yield, this recipe ensures a chilled, flavorful sip in every glass—ideal for picnics or family get-togethers. Don’t forget to let the tea steep and meld with the fruit and mint for an extra burst of freshness that will have everyone asking for refills!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 whole lemon
- 1 whole orange
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 cups ice cubes
Instructions
Place the black tea bags in a large heatproof pitcher or pot.
Pour 4 cups of 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. Adjust sweetness if desired.
Let the tea cool to room temperature.
While the tea cools, slice the lemon and orange into thin rounds. Remove any seeds.
Once the tea has cooled, add the lemon slices, orange slices, and fresh mint leaves.
Pour in 3 cups of cold water to dilute the tea and enhance its refreshing quality.
Stir gently and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
When ready to serve, fill a glass or picnic-friendly container with ice cubes and pour the tea over the ice.
Garnish with additional mint leaves or a slice of citrus, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 115 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 340 mg | 7% | |
*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.
