Seed Oil Free Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger
Crisp, cooling, and genuinely refreshing, this iced green tea is exactly what a hot day calls for. Fresh ginger adds a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the bright mint, while a touch of honey rounds everything out without tipping into sweetness. Every single ingredient here is clean and whole — no mystery oils hiding in flavored syrups, bottled teas, or store-bought concentrates to worry about. Brewing at 175°F keeps the green tea smooth and mellow rather than bitter, which makes a real difference in the final glass. Straining out the ginger and mint leaves you with a beautifully clear, aromatic tea that looks as good as it tastes. A squeeze of lemon over ice right before serving takes it over the top.
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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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