Brazil Nut Free Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Rooibos tea has this naturally sweet, earthy warmth that pairs beautifully with citrus, and steeping fresh orange rounds directly into the hot brew pulls out every bit of that bright, fragrant flavor. A touch of maple syrup rounds everything out without tipping the drink into cloying territory — it's refreshing, lightly sweet, and genuinely satisfying. The deep reddish-amber color looks stunning poured over ice, especially with a sprig of fresh mint tucked in for a little extra flair. Because this is made entirely from whole, simple ingredients, there's no label-reading anxiety or worry about hidden additives sneaking in from a bottled tea blend. It's the kind of drink that feels a little fancy but comes together with almost no effort — just steep, chill, and pour. Perfect for a slow afternoon on the porch or as a crowd-pleasing pitcher drink for guests.
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4 servings
- 4 rooibos tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
- 2
Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the 4 rooibos tea bags, and steep for 7–8 minutes, until the brew is a deep reddish-amber.
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