Description
Iced Orange Ginger Green Tea is a vibrant and refreshing beverage that combines the zesty flavors of orange and ginger with the health benefits of green tea. Perfect for hot summer days or as a revitalizing afternoon pick-me-up, this iced tea is not only delicious but also packed with antioxidants. The recipe is quick and easy, taking just 10 minutes to prepare. Enjoy it at your next gathering or sip it leisurely while relaxing at home. With customizable sweetness and delightful garnishes, this drink is sure to impress anyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 5 organic green tea bags
- 2 tablespoons ginger, finely grated or minced
- 3–4 tablespoons honey (to taste)
- 2 cups fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Heat the water in a saucepan until it simmers.
- Remove from heat, add tea bags and grated ginger, and steep for 2-3 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a pitcher to remove tea bags and ginger pieces.
- While warm, stir in honey until dissolved; adjust sweetness as desired.
- Mix in the fresh orange juice and lemon juice.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Beveraging
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg