
This refreshing iced tea is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy café but comes together with just a handful of pantry staples. Steeped black tea gets layered with bright orange zest and tart pure cranberry juice, then sweetened naturally with maple syrup for a flavor that's complex without being fussy. The deep ruby color alone makes it a showstopper for summer gatherings, brunch spreads, or just a quiet afternoon on the porch. Because every ingredient here is naturally grain-free, there's no label-reading stress — just clean, vibrant refreshment from start to finish. Steeping the zest directly with the tea bags is the secret move that gives this drink its citrusy backbone, and the maple syrup dissolves beautifully into the hot liquid so there's no gritty sweetness. Make a big pitcher ahead of time, let it chill, and you've got something genuinely special waiting in the fridge whenever you need it.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
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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