Lactose Free Green Tea Citrus Lemonade

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.6

(20)

This refreshing drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat all summer long — bright, citrusy, and just a little earthy from the green tea. Fresh lemon and orange juice give it a layered tartness that store-bought lemonade simply can't compete with, while maple syrup adds a gentle, rounded sweetness without any dairy in sight. Since every ingredient here is naturally free of lactose, there's no label-checking or substitution stress — just clean, vibrant flavor from start to finish. The trick of steeping the tea without squeezing the bags keeps any bitterness at bay, so the final drink stays smooth and balanced. It comes together in one pitcher and looks stunning over ice with a mint sprig and lemon slice, making it just as party-worthy as it is weeknight-easy. Whether you're avoiding dairy for health reasons or simply want a lighter, plant-based sip, this one delivers every time.

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Ingredients

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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