Lactose Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
This refreshing iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting on a sun-drenched patio even on an ordinary Tuesday. Bright citrus from fresh lemon and orange juice mingles with delicate green tea for a flavor that's light, floral, and just sweet enough thanks to a touch of maple syrup. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping, substituting, or label-squinting required — it's simply clean and delicious from the start. The technique matters too: steeping the green tea at a lower temperature keeps it smooth and mellow rather than bitter, which lets the citrus zest really shine through. A long chill in the fridge deepens all the flavors, so it's a great make-ahead option for gatherings or a week of easy afternoon refreshment. Pour it over ice, tuck in a sprig of fresh mint, and you've got something that looks and tastes far more impressive than the effort involved.
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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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