Tea Twister
Quench your thirst with the invigorating "Tea Twister," a refreshing blend of zesty citrus, bold black tea, and bubbly soda water. This delightful iced drink combines freshly brewed black tea with a medley of orange juice, lemon juice, and a hint of natural sweetness from sugar or honey. Enhanced with the aromatic freshness of mint leaves and a fizzy finish, the Tea Twister is both energizing and revitalizing. Perfect for summer gatherings or an afternoon pick-me-up, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and serves two. Garnished with vibrant citrus slices and a sprig of mint, it's a show-stopping beverage that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces black tea bag
- 500 ml boiling water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or honey)
- 125 ml orange juice
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 10 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 250 ml club soda
- 2 pieces orange slices
- 2 pieces lemon slices
Instructions
Bring 500 ml of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan.
Place the 2 black tea bags into a heat-resistant jug or bowl. Pour the boiling water over the tea bags and let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar (or honey) until fully dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature, or chill in the refrigerator for faster cooling, about 10 minutes.
In a separate pitcher or mixing jug, combine the cooled tea, orange juice, lemon juice, and half of the fresh mint leaves. Stir well to blend the flavors.
Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes. Divide the tea mixture equally between the glasses, leaving some space at the top.
Top off each glass with club soda for a fizzy finish. Gently stir to combine.
Garnish each glass with an orange slice, a lemon slice, and a couple of mint leaves for a fresh and vibrant presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Tea Twister!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.5 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 415 mg | 9% | |
*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.
