Spearmint Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this refreshing Spearmint Iced Tea, a delightful blend of invigorating flavors perfect for warm days. Made with fresh spearmint leaves and bold black tea, this recipe infuses natural herbal goodness with a hint of earthy depth. Sweeten it lightly with honey for a touch of natural sweetness, and enhance every sip with a squeeze of fresh lemon. This easy-to-make iced tea comes together in just 20 minutes and can be chilled in advance, making it an ideal beverage for summer gatherings or a simple afternoon treat. Serve over ice and garnish with a sprig of mint for a sophisticated, cooling drink that combines classic tea notes with herbal freshness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh spearmint leaves
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 8 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 4 pieces Fresh lemon slices (optional)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
Once boiling, remove the pan from heat and add the black tea bags and fresh spearmint leaves to the water.
Allow the tea and mint to steep for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to release the mint's aroma.
Remove the tea bags and strain out the mint leaves using a fine mesh strainer.
If desired, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is still warm for a touch of sweetness.
Let the tea cool to room temperature before transferring it to a pitcher and refrigerating until chilled, about 1 to 2 hours.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled spearmint tea over the ice.
Garnish with a fresh lemon slice or a sprig of mint, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
258 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 139 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 623 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 30.3 mg | 168% | |
| Potassium | 1247 mg | 27% | |
*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.
