
This blended iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere tropical, even if you're just at your kitchen counter on a Tuesday. Bright kiwi, zippy fresh lime juice, and earthy green tea come together in a way that's genuinely refreshing β sweet enough from a touch of maple syrup without tipping into sugary territory. For anyone avoiding processed preservatives, bottled teas and flavored drinks can be a minefield of hidden additives, but every single ingredient here is whole and straightforward. You brew the tea yourself, blend it with real fruit, and strain out the seeds for a silky-smooth finish that no store-bought bottle could match. The maple syrup keeps things naturally sweetened, and the fresh lime juice gives it that tart punch that makes the whole glass sing. Garnish with mint and a lime wheel if you want it to look as good as it tastes β though honestly, it disappears fast enough that presentation is almost beside the point.
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Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 3β4 minutes, until the tea is a deep golden-green. Remove the bags without squeezing, then let the tea cool to room temperature, about 15β20 minutes.
Add the cooled tea, chopped kiwi, lime juice, maple syrup, and ice to a blender. Blend on high for 30β45 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible kiwi chunks.
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