Low Iodine Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger

Crisp, cooling, and layered with bright flavor, this iced green tea is exactly the kind of refreshing drink that feels like a treat without any of the dietary stress. Green tea, fresh ginger, honey, and mint are all naturally free from iodine-containing ingredients, so every sip is genuinely worry-free. The technique matters here — steeping the tea at 175°F rather than a full boil keeps the flavor smooth and grassy instead of harsh or bitter, and pulling the bags at exactly three minutes means you get the best of the leaf without any astringency. A second steep with fresh mint leaves adds a cool, herbal lift that makes this taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Straining everything into a pitcher before chilling gives you a beautifully clear, clean drink that looks as good as it tastes. A squeeze of lemon on the side adds a little brightness if you want it, though the ginger already brings a gentle warmth that lingers pleasantly. It's the kind of homemade drink that makes you wonder why you ever reached for a bottled version.

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