Hazelnut Free Kiwi Lime Iced Tea
This vibrant iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Bright, tangy kiwi blends seamlessly with fresh lime juice and a touch of maple syrup, all built on a base of steeped green tea for a layered, refreshing flavor that's anything but ordinary. The whole thing comes together in a blender, so there's no complicated technique — just bold, fruity flavor in a glass. Straining out the kiwi seeds gives it a silky-smooth finish that feels genuinely polished, especially when you add a few mint leaves and a lime slice on the rim. Because every ingredient here is naturally simple and whole, you never have to second-guess what's in it or worry about hidden nut-based additives sneaking into your drink. It's the kind of recipe that works just as well for a quiet afternoon at home as it does for impressing guests at a backyard gathering.
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2 servings
For the tea base
- 2 cups water
- 2 green tea bags
For blending
- 3 medium kiwis, peeled and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 3–4 minutes, until the tea is a deep golden-green. Remove the bags without squeezing, then let the tea cool to room temperature, about 15–20 minutes.
- 2
Add the cooled tea, chopped kiwi, lime juice, maple syrup, and ice to a blender. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible kiwi chunks.
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