Turkey Free Green Tea Citrus Spritz

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

5.0

(12)

This bright, bubbly spritz is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — whether you're hosting brunch or just need a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up. Steeped green tea forms the backbone, giving the drink a subtle earthy depth that plays beautifully against the brightness of fresh-squeezed orange and lime juice. Maple syrup sweetens everything naturally, dissolving right into the warm tea so there's no grainy texture or overpowering sweetness. The whole thing gets topped off with chilled sparkling water for that satisfying fizz that makes it feel genuinely festive. One small but important tip from the recipe: don't squeeze the tea bags when you pull them out, because that releases bitter tannins that can throw off the whole flavor balance. Garnished with a citrus slice and a sprig of fresh mint, it looks stunning in the glass with almost zero extra effort. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant-based and straightforward, there's no label-reading required — just good, clean flavor from start to finish.

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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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