Pecan Free Green Tea Citrus Lemonade
Bright, refreshing, and naturally sweetened, this green tea citrus lemonade is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly better. Freshly squeezed lemon and orange juice bring a vibrant, tangy punch, while brewed green tea adds a subtle earthy depth that takes it well beyond ordinary lemonade. Maple syrup does the sweetening here, giving the whole drink a gentle, rounded sweetness without any refined sugar. The technique of not squeezing the tea bags is a small but smart move — it keeps the flavor clean and smooth rather than bitter. Everything comes together in a single pitcher, making it effortless to serve a crowd or just treat yourself to something a little special. Garnished with fresh mint and a lemon slice, it looks as good as it tastes. Completely free of tree nuts by nature, every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source without a second thought about cross-contact.
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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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