Carrageenan Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
Bright, citrusy, and refreshing, this iced green tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together on a hot afternoon. Fresh lemon and orange juice bring a natural tartness that pairs beautifully with the delicate grassy notes of green tea, while maple syrup rounds everything out with just a touch of sweetness. Carrageenan — a thickener and stabilizer commonly found in bottled teas, flavored drinks, and even some dairy-free creamers — has no place here, because every single ingredient is whole and unprocessed. Steeping the tea at the right temperature (just below a simmer) keeps the flavor clean and smooth rather than bitter, which makes a real difference in the final glass. The citrus zest is a small step that adds a surprising depth, almost like a squeeze of sunshine in every sip. It's easy to batch ahead and keep in the fridge, so you always have something genuinely good to pour over ice.
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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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