Hazelnut Free Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger
This refreshing iced tea is exactly what a warm afternoon calls for — bright, lightly floral, and just a little spicy from the fresh ginger. The honey adds a gentle sweetness that plays beautifully against the clean, grassy notes of green tea, while the mint brings a cool finish that makes every sip feel effortless. Steeping the tea at 175°F rather than a full boil is the key move here, keeping the flavor smooth and mellow instead of astringent. Everything gets strained out before serving, so you're left with a crystal-clear, beautifully fragrant drink that looks as good as it tastes. For anyone navigating nut allergies, bottled flavored teas and store-bought drinks can be surprisingly risky territory — this one is made entirely from whole, simple ingredients with no hidden surprises. A squeeze of lemon over the glass right before drinking takes it from great to genuinely memorable.
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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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