
This drink is bright, tangy, and genuinely refreshing β the kind of thing you want in your hand on a hot afternoon when plain water just isn't cutting it. Fresh kiwi blended with green tea and real lime juice creates a flavor that's tropical and citrusy at once, with a natural sweetness from maple syrup that keeps it from tipping into sugar-bomb territory. Every ingredient here is straightforwardly whole and plant-based, so there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or soy-derived fillers that sneak into so many packaged drinks and flavored teas. The blender-and-strain method is a clever move β you get all the vibrant kiwi flavor and color without any of the seeds or pulp getting in the way of a smooth, clean sip. A garnish of fresh mint and lime slices makes it look like something you'd pay too much for at a cafΓ©, but it comes together in your own kitchen with almost no effort. It's the kind of recipe that becomes a warm-weather staple after the very first time you make it.
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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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