Summertime Iced Tea
Cool off with a refreshing glass of Summertime Iced Tea, the ultimate thirst-quencher for hot days! This vibrant homemade iced tea combines the bold flavor of black tea with the bright, zesty notes of freshly squeezed lemon and orange juice. Sweetened to perfection with granulated sugar and infused with aromatic fresh mint leaves, this recipe offers a perfectly balanced drink that's both invigorating and satisfying. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy iced tea serves six and is ideal for backyard barbecues, picnics, or an afternoon on the porch. Serve over ice for a crisp, chilled experience, and add a citrus slice garnish for a summery twist. Perfectly refreshing, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of classic iced tea with a citrusy flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large lemon
- 1 large orange
- 10 leaves mint leaves
- 10 cubes ice cubes
- 4 cups cold water
Instructions
1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2. Remove the saucepan from heat, add the 4 black tea bags, and let steep for 5 minutes.
3. While the tea steeps, juice the lemon and orange into a bowl, removing any seeds.
4. Remove the tea bags from the saucepan and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
5. Allow the tea to cool slightly before transferring it to a large pitcher.
6. Add the freshly squeezed citrus juices to the pitcher and stir to combine.
7. Pour in 4 cups of cold water to dilute the tea and adjust the sweetness to taste.
8. Add the mint leaves for a fresh touch and stir gently.
9. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the prepared iced tea over the ice.
10. Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon or orange if desired, and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
22 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 37 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 124 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.
