Southwest Summertime Cooler Orange Mint Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and zesty flavors of Southwest Summertime Cooler Orange Mint Iced Tea, a refreshing blend perfect for warm-weather days. This quick and easy iced tea recipe is infused with the boldness of black tea, the bright citrus notes of orange zest and juice, and the invigorating aroma of fresh mint. Sweetened naturally with a touch of honey, it's poured over ice for the ultimate cooling beverage. Garnish with orange slices and extra mint leaves to elevate its visual appeal, making every sip as delightful as the last. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or lounging on the porch, this crowd-pleaser is a summer essential.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 10 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 pieces orange slices (optional for garnish)
- 4 leaves extra mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Once boiling, remove the pan from heat and add the black tea bags, fresh mint leaves, and orange zest. Let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove tea bags and strain the liquid to remove the mint leaves and zest. Allow the tea to cool for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
Stir in the orange juice and honey until fully dissolved.
Fill a pitcher with 2 cups of ice cubes and pour the cooled tea mixture over the ice.
Serve in glasses over more ice, if desired, and garnish each glass with an orange slice and an extra mint leaf for a festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.9 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.2 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 683 mg | 15% | |
*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.
