Honey Free Green Tea Citrus Spritz

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

5.0

(12)

This refreshing spritzer is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy café but comes together in your own kitchen with just a handful of real ingredients. Steeped green tea forms the backbone, balanced by fresh-squeezed orange and lime juice for a bright, citrusy punch that feels both light and satisfying. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, dissolving seamlessly into the warm tea and delivering a clean, mellow sweetness without any animal-derived ingredients. The technique of steeping the bags without squeezing them is a small but smart move that keeps the flavor smooth and mellow rather than bitter. Once everything is chilled and combined, a splash of sparkling water gives it that effervescent lift that makes it feel genuinely celebratory. Garnished with a citrus slice and a sprig of fresh mint, it's as pretty as it is delicious — perfect for brunch, a warm afternoon, or anytime you want something a little more special than plain water.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the green tea base

2 cups water
3 green tea bags
3 tbsp maple syrup
½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)

To finish

2 cups sparkling water, chilled
1 cup ice cubes

For serving

4 thin orange or lime slices, for garnish (optional)
4 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Bring 2 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 deep golden-green. Remove and discard the 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 15 minutes, then refrigerate until cold, at least 15 minutes more.

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