Capsaicin Free Green Tea Citrus Lemonade
Bright, refreshing, and completely free of any heat or spice, this citrus lemonade is a genuinely satisfying drink for anyone who needs to avoid capsaicin in all its forms. A lot of flavored beverages and store-bought lemonades sneak in unexpected ingredients, so making your own from scratch is the surest way to stay safe and still feel like you're treating yourself. The base is brewed green tea sweetened with maple syrup, which gives it a gentle, floral depth that plain lemonade just can't match. Fresh lemon and orange juice bring a sunny tartness that balances the tea beautifully, and the whole thing comes together in one pitcher with minimal effort. Steeping the tea bags without squeezing them keeps the flavor clean and smooth rather than bitter, which makes a real difference in the final glass. Poured over ice and finished with a mint sprig and lemon slice, it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of drink you'd happily serve at a summer gathering or sip solo on a slow afternoon.
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4 servings
For the green tea base
- 3 cups water
- 3 green tea bags
- ¼ cup maple syrup
For the citrus blend
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
- 1 cup cold water
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 3 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan, then remove from the heat. Add the green tea bags and steep for 3 minutes, until the tea is a clear, pale gold-green color. Remove and discard the tea bags — do not squeeze them, as this releases bitter tannins.
- 2
Stir the maple syrup into the hot tea until fully dissolved. Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, about 20 minutes, then refrigerate until cold, at least 10 minutes.
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