Russian Refresher Mix
Brighten up your day with the invigorating flavors of the Russian Refresher Mix, a vibrant non-alcoholic beverage that’s perfect for any occasion. This refreshing drink combines robust black tea with the tangy sweetness of fresh orange and lemon juices, harmonized by a touch of golden honey. Gently muddled mint leaves infuse the mix with a cool herbal essence, while a splash of sparkling water adds fizzy excitement to every sip. Serve it over ice and garnish with colorful orange slices and mint sprigs for a beautiful presentation that’s as delightful as its taste. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or simply craving a revitalizing treat, this easy-to-make recipe is your go-to for a crowd-pleasing, thirst-quenching delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 15 pieces mint leaves
- 2 cups sparkling water
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 pieces orange slices (for garnish)
- 4 pieces mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
Boil 4 cups of water and pour it into a heatproof container.
Steep the black tea bags in the boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled black tea, fresh orange juice, fresh lemon juice, and honey. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
Add the mint leaves to the pitcher and gently muddle them with the back of a spoon to release their flavor.
Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together (optional but recommended).
Just before serving, add sparkling water to the mix and stir gently.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Russian Refresher Mix over the ice.
Garnish each glass with an orange slice and a sprig of mint.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.9 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 74.7 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 71 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 658 mg | 14% | |
*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.
