South African Rooibos Redbush Iced Tea
Cool down with the refreshing taste of South African Rooibos Redbush Iced Tea, a caffeine-free herbal delight that's brimming with flavor and packed with antioxidants. This vibrant iced tea recipe features the rich, earthy notes of rooibos tea, delicately sweetened with honey (or your preferred syrup) and perfectly balanced with the zesty freshness of orange and lemon juice. Infused with aromatic mint leaves, this chilled beverage is not only a thirst-quencher but also a feast for the senses. Easy to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, this naturally sweetened drink is perfect for sipping on warm afternoons or for serving at summer gatherings. Try this healthier alternative to sugary drinks today and transport your taste buds to the sun-kissed landscapes of South Africa!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 count Rooibos tea bags
- 1 liter Boiling water
- 3 tablespoons Honey (or syrup of choice)
- 1 count Orange
- 1 count Lemon
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 3 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Bring 1 liter of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan.
Place the rooibos tea bags into a heatproof pitcher and pour the boiling water over them.
Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes until the flavor is fully infused. Adjust steeping time for desired strength.
While the tea steeps, juice the orange and the lemon, and set the juice aside. Reserve a few slices of each for garnish, if desired.
Once the tea has steeped, remove the tea bags and stir in the honey (or syrup) until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Add the freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice to the tea and mix well.
Let the tea cool to room temperature before refrigerating it for at least 1 hour (or until chilled).
Just before serving, fill serving glasses with ice cubes and a few fresh mint leaves.
Pour the chilled rooibos tea over the ice and garnish with orange/lemon slices or additional mint leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 53.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 33 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 144 mg | 3% | |
*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.
