Tree Nut Free Iced Green Tea with Mint & Ginger
This iced green tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel instantly refreshed the moment it hits your glass — bright, lightly floral, and just a little spicy from the fresh ginger. The honey dissolves right into the warm brew, giving it a gentle sweetness that balances the earthy green tea without overpowering it. Steeping the mint separately after the tea bags come out is a smart move that keeps the flavor clean and fragrant rather than muddled. Brewing at 175°F instead of a full boil is the key detail here — it protects the delicate green tea from going bitter, so every sip stays smooth. Everything in this recipe is naturally simple and whole, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. A squeeze of lemon over ice right before serving ties it all together beautifully.
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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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