Cinnamon Free Green Tea Citrus Infused Water
Bright, refreshing, and genuinely beautiful in a glass, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes hydration feel like a treat rather than a chore. Layers of green tea, fresh lemon, orange, and mint steep together in cold filtered water, creating something lightly golden and wonderfully fragrant. The slow refrigerator infusion — anywhere from two to eight hours — lets every flavor develop gently without any heat, so the result is delicate and clean rather than sharp or bitter. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, store-bought flavored waters and teas can be a minefield of hidden seasonings and natural flavor blends that aren't always clearly labeled. This recipe keeps things completely transparent: every ingredient is whole, fresh, and easy to verify at a glance. Poured over ice, it's the perfect thing to keep in the fridge for sipping throughout the day, and the citrus rounds floating in the pitcher make it look effortlessly elegant for guests too.
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4 servings
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 2 green tea bags
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 6 fresh mint leaves
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Place the green tea bags, lemon slices, orange slices, and mint leaves in a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold filtered water over the ingredients, making sure all the citrus slices and mint are submerged.
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