Turmeric Free Green Tea Citrus Iced Tea
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with citrus, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Delicately brewed green tea forms the base, steeped at just the right temperature to keep things smooth and never bitter, then sweetened with maple syrup for a clean, natural finish. Fresh lemon and orange juice — plus their zests — layer in a vibrant tang that makes every sip feel lively without being sharp or overwhelming. For anyone navigating a diet that excludes turmeric, this recipe is a genuinely easy win: every single ingredient is straightforward, and there's nothing hidden in a spice blend or store-bought shortcut to second-guess. Bottled iced teas and commercial citrus drinks often sneak in unexpected additions, so making your own from scratch puts you fully in control. Poured over ice and garnished with fresh mint and citrus slices, it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of thing you'd happily serve at a backyard gathering or just sip solo on a quiet afternoon.
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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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