Wheat Free Iced Mint Tea
This refreshing iced mint tea is exactly the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh mint leaves steep in ginger-infused water until the liquid turns a gorgeous pale green and smells absolutely incredible — no tea bags, no powders, just real ingredients doing their thing. A drizzle of honey and a splash of lemon juice round out the flavor with a gentle sweetness and bright citrus lift that keeps every sip interesting. Since it's made entirely from whole, naturally grain-free ingredients, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or thickeners that can sneak into store-bought bottled teas and drink mixes. The ginger adds a subtle warmth that plays beautifully against the cool mint, making this feel a little more sophisticated than your average glass of iced tea. Serve it over a generous pile of ice with a sprig of mint and a lemon slice, and it looks as good as it tastes.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 4 cups ice
- fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the water and ginger slices in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat, add the mint leaves, and stir to submerge them. Let steep for 10 minutes, until the liquid is deeply fragrant and pale green.
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