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 |
150 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 288 mg | 6% | |
*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.
