Rooibos Iced Tea
Refreshingly vibrant and naturally caffeine-free, this Rooibos Iced Tea recipe is your go-to summer drink that’s as flavorful as it is healthful. Made with smooth and earthy rooibos tea, this iced beverage is delicately sweetened with honey (if desired) and brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice, creating a perfectly balanced thirst quencher. Quick and easy to prepare, it’s ready to serve in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal addition to picnics, BBQs, or cozy afternoons. Serve over ice and finish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices for a beautiful and aromatic garnish. Packed with antioxidants and naturally free of sugar and caffeine, this rooibos iced tea is a wholesome twist on traditional iced tea that everyone can enjoy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Rooibos tea bags
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot or kettle.
Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add 4 rooibos tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
Remove the tea bags and stir in 2 tablespoons of honey, if using, while the tea is still warm.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice.
Fill a large pitcher with 2 cups of ice cubes and pour the cooled rooibos tea over the ice.
Refrigerate the iced tea for at least 1 hour to chill further, or serve immediately over additional ice.
If desired, garnish each glass with a lemon slice and fresh mint leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
142 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 33 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.0 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*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.
