Beef Free Cranberry Orange Iced Tea
This refreshing iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together — bright, jewel-toned, and layered with real flavor. Steeped black tea forms a deep amber base, while orange zest brings a citrusy lift that feels almost floral. Pure unsweetened cranberry juice adds a tart, bold punch that balances beautifully against the gentle sweetness of maple syrup. Every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. It's a great option when you want something more interesting than lemonade but still completely approachable for a crowd. Make it ahead, let it chill, and serve it over ice with a few orange slices for a presentation that looks far fancier than the effort involved.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 6 cup water
- 4 black tea bags
- 3 strips orange zest (each about 3 inches long), peeled with a vegetable peeler
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup pure unsweetened cranberry juice (100% cranberry, no added sweeteners or apple juice)
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- orange slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the tea bags and orange zest strips, and steep for 5 minutes, until the tea is deep amber and fragrant.
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