Seeds Free Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger
This refreshing iced tea is the kind of drink that feels fancy without requiring any real effort. Bright, grassy green tea gets layered with the warmth of fresh ginger and the cool, herbal lift of mint, all brought together with a touch of honey for gentle sweetness. The key to keeping it smooth and never bitter is steeping at the right temperature — just below a simmer — so the tea stays clean and bright rather than astringent. Everything gets strained out before chilling, leaving you with a beautifully clear, fragrant pitcher of iced tea that's completely free of seeds or any hidden additives. A squeeze of lemon at the table adds a citrusy pop that makes the whole glass sing. It's the perfect thing to batch ahead and keep cold for warm afternoons, dinner parties, or anytime you want something that feels a little more elevated than plain water.
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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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