Description
Refreshing and invigorating Iced Orange Ginger Green Tea, combining the zesty flavors of fresh orange and lemon juice with the spicy warmth of ginger and the subtle bitterness of green tea, sweetened naturally with honey and served chilled over ice.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 cups water
- 5 organic green tea bags
- 2 tablespoons ginger, finely grated
Sweetener and Citrus
- 3-4 tablespoons honey (to taste)
- 2 cups fresh orange juice
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
Garnish
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat Water: Heat 4 cups of water in a saucepan until it reaches a gentle simmer, preparing it for steeping the tea.
- Steep Tea and Ginger: Turn off the heat, add the green tea bags and grated ginger to the hot water, allowing the flavors to infuse without boiling the tea.
- Steeping Time: Let the mixture steep for 2-3 minutes to extract a balanced taste from the tea and ginger without bitterness.
- Strain Tea: Strain the tea and ginger mixture into a pitcher to remove tea bags and ginger solids, leaving a smooth liquid base.
- Add Honey: While the tea is still warm, stir in 3-4 tablespoons of honey, adjusting the sweetness to your preference.
- Incorporate Citrus Juices: Add 2 cups of fresh orange juice and ½ cup of fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea, stirring thoroughly to blend flavors.
- Chill and Serve: Chill the mixture in the refrigerator, then serve over ice and garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish.
Notes
- Adjust the honey amount according to your desired sweetness level.
- Use fresh orange and lemon juice for the best flavor and nutritional benefits.
- Make sure not to steep the green tea bags for too long to avoid bitterness.
- Fresh grated ginger adds a more potent flavor than pre-ground ginger.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best taste.
- For a stronger ginger kick, add an extra tablespoon of grated ginger.
- Mint leaves can be muddled slightly before garnishing to release more aroma.
