Gut Friendly Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Rooibos is naturally caffeine-free and gentle on the digestive system, making it a brilliant base for a refreshing cold drink that won't leave you feeling jittery or unsettled. The deep reddish-amber brew gets a bright, citrusy lift from fresh orange rounds steeped right in the hot tea, infusing every sip with a subtle sweetness that feels almost fancy. A touch of maple syrup rounds out the flavor without relying on refined sugar or artificial sweeteners, keeping things clean and easy on the gut. The whole process is beautifully low-effort — steep, sweeten, chill, and pour — and the result looks stunning in a glass with ice and a sprig of fresh mint. It's the kind of drink that works just as well for a quiet afternoon at home as it does when you're entertaining guests who have sensitive stomachs or specific dietary needs. Store-bought bottled teas often sneak in additives, natural flavors, or sweeteners that can cause issues, so making your own means you know exactly what's going in the glass.
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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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