Mushroom Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this iced green tea is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh lemon and orange juice bring a natural tang, while the zest adds an aromatic punch that bottled drinks simply can't replicate. Maple syrup sweetens everything without overpowering the delicate grassy notes of the green tea — and because it dissolves right into the warm brew, there's no gritty sugar settling at the bottom of your glass. The whole thing is built from clean, straightforward ingredients, so anyone navigating a fungi-free lifestyle can sip without a second thought about hidden additives or unexpected extras. Steeping the tea at just below a boil is the one technique worth paying attention to — it keeps the flavor smooth and mellow rather than bitter. Pour it over ice, tuck in a sprig of mint and a citrus slice, 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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