Pecan Free Cranberry Orange Iced Tea

Tart cranberry, bright citrus, and smooth black tea come together in a refreshingly bold iced drink that feels far more special than anything you'd grab off a store shelf. The secret to its depth is steeping the tea bags alongside fresh strips of orange zest, which infuses every sip with a natural, aromatic citrus note that bottled versions simply can't replicate. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the tartness of the pure unsweetened cranberry juice without tipping the whole thing into candy-sweet territory. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally tree-nut-free, there's no label-scanning or cross-contamination stress to worry about — just clean, vibrant flavor from start to finish. It's an ideal make-ahead drink since it needs a couple of hours in the fridge to chill, which means it's ready and waiting when guests arrive. Serve it over a big pile of ice with an orange slice and a sprig of fresh mint for a presentation that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did.

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