Breastfeeding Friendly Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Staying well-hydrated while nursing can feel like a chore when plain water gets old fast, and this vibrant iced tea is exactly the kind of refreshing upgrade you deserve. Rooibos is naturally caffeine-free, which makes it a genuinely smart choice when you're mindful of what you're sipping throughout the day. The orange slices steep right into the warm tea, infusing every sip with a bright, citrusy sweetness that pairs beautifully with the earthy, slightly vanilla-like depth of rooibos. A touch of maple syrup brings just enough sweetness without any refined sugar, keeping the whole drink feeling clean and wholesome. It comes together with minimal effort — steep, cool, chill, and pour — making it easy to prep a pitcher at the start of the day and have something delicious waiting in the fridge. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint, it looks and tastes like something from a café, but you made it at home with four simple ingredients.
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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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