Mushroom Free Cranberry Orange Iced Tea
Tart cranberry and bright citrus come together in a refreshingly bold iced tea that feels far more special than anything you'd pour from a store-bought bottle. Steeping black tea with strips of fresh orange zest pulls out a deep, fragrant flavor that no flavored powder or syrup can replicate. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the tartness of the pure unsweetened cranberry juice without tipping the whole drink into overly sweet territory. The result is a gorgeous deep ruby color that looks stunning poured over ice with an orange slice on the rim. Since every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or unexpected extras sneaking into your glass. It's an ideal make-ahead drink — just chill the pitcher and you're ready to serve a crowd or sip solo all week long.
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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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