Brazil Nut Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
This refreshing iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together — bright, lightly sweet, and layered with real citrus flavor from fresh lemon and orange juice plus their zests. Brewing the green tea at the right temperature (just below a simmer) keeps it smooth and mellow rather than bitter, and the maple syrup dissolves right in for a clean, natural sweetness. The whole thing comes together in one pitcher, then chills until you're ready to pour it over ice. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so there's no label-reading stress involved. It's a genuinely elegant drink that works for a backyard gathering, a lazy afternoon, or anytime you want something that feels a little more special than plain water. The optional mint and citrus garnish take it from simple to stunning with almost zero extra effort.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 medium orange)
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp orange zest
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- lemon or orange slices, for garnish (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to 175°F (80°C) in a medium saucepan — just below a simmer, with small bubbles beginning to form at the bottom. Remove from heat.
- 2
Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, then remove and discard the bags. Do not squeeze the bags, as this releases bitter tannins.
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