Eosinophilic Esophagitis Friendly Classic Mint Iced Tea
There is something deeply refreshing about a tall glass of iced tea on a warm day, and this mint version takes that simple pleasure to another level. The fresh mint leaves steep right alongside the black tea bags, infusing every sip with a cool, herbal brightness that feels both classic and a little special. A quick homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly how sweet you want it, which is a nice bonus when you're managing a sensitive digestive system and need to stay in control of what goes into your food and drink. With just a handful of clean, straightforward ingredients, there are no hidden additives, artificial flavors, or mystery preservatives to worry about — just real tea, real mint, and real sugar. The process is genuinely easy: steep, strain, chill, and pour. Lemon slices and extra mint sprigs make it look gorgeous in a pitcher, whether you're serving it to guests or just treating yourself on a quiet afternoon.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water, divided
- 4 black tea bags
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the simple syrup: combine the sugar and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- 2
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat, add the tea bags and fresh mint leaves, and steep for 5 minutes.
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