Hazelnut Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
This bright, refreshing drink layers the grassy delicacy of green tea with the sunny punch of fresh lemon and orange, all sweetened with a touch of maple syrup. Steeping the tea at just below a simmer is the key move here — it coaxes out the clean, mellow flavor of the leaves without any bitterness getting in the way. The citrus zest takes things a step further, adding a fragrant, aromatic depth that makes this feel far more special than your average glass of iced tea. Everything in this recipe is naturally free from tree nut concerns, so you can sip without a second thought about hidden ingredients or cross-contact risks. It comes together with pantry staples and a little patience while it chills, making it an easy choice for warm afternoons or casual entertaining. Pour it over a tall glass of ice, tuck in a sprig of fresh mint, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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