Beef Free Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger
This chilled drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep in the fridge all week — bright, lightly sweet, and layered with the warmth of fresh ginger and the cool lift of mint. The green tea base is steeped at a careful lower temperature to keep it smooth and clean-tasting, never bitter. Honey dissolves right into the hot liquid, giving just enough sweetness without overpowering the herbal notes. It's naturally free from any animal-based ingredients beyond the honey, making it an effortless fit for anyone avoiding meat entirely. A squeeze of lemon at serving adds a little citrus brightness that ties everything together beautifully. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just need something refreshing after a long day, this pitcher comes together with minimal effort and maximum payoff.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to 175°F (80°C) in a medium saucepan — just below a simmer, with small bubbles beginning to form at the bottom of the pan. Remove from heat.
- 2
Add the tea bags and sliced ginger to the hot water. Steep for 3 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags. Do not steep longer, as the tea will turn bitter.
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