This refreshing agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere sunny and unhurried, even if you're just in your own kitchen. Delicate green tea forms the backbone of the recipe, steeped carefully to stay bright and clean rather than bitter — a small but important technique that makes a real difference in the final glass. Fresh-squeezed orange and lime juice bring a lively citrus punch, balanced by a touch of maple syrup and a pinch of salt that rounds everything out beautifully. The whole thing comes together in a large pitcher, so it's just as easy to make for a crowd as it is for a quiet afternoon at home. Grain sensitivities can make flavored drinks tricky when syrups or mixes sneak in unexpected additives, but every ingredient here is naturally straightforward — real fruit, real tea, and nothing to second-guess. Garnished with fresh mint and citrus slices, it looks as good as it tastes and feels genuinely special without any fuss.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan, then remove from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, until the tea is a clear, pale gold-green color. Remove and discard the bags — do not squeeze them, as this releases bitter tannins.
Stir the maple syrup into the hot tea until fully dissolved. Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, then refrigerate until cold, at least 10 minutes.
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