Macadamia Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
This is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together — bright, refreshing, and just a little fancy without any real effort. Freshly squeezed lemon and orange juice bring a zippy citrus punch, while the zest adds an aromatic depth that bottled juice simply can't match. Maple syrup sweetens everything naturally, dissolving right into the warm tea so there's no grainy residue and no refined sugar to worry about. Steeping the green tea at just below a simmer is the quiet secret here — it keeps the flavor clean and grassy rather than bitter or astringent. The whole thing chills beautifully in the fridge, making it an ideal make-ahead option for warm afternoons or casual entertaining. Every single ingredient is straightforward and whole, so you can sip without second-guessing what's in your glass.
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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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