Nutmeg Free Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Earthy, naturally sweet, and kissed with citrus, this iced tea is the kind of refreshing drink that feels a little fancy without requiring much effort at all. Rooibos brings a smooth, slightly floral depth that pairs beautifully with fresh orange rounds steeped right in the brew, infusing every sip with bright, sunny flavor. A touch of maple syrup rounds everything out without overpowering the natural sweetness of the tea itself. Spice-sensitive drinkers often have to scrutinize store-bought teas and bottled drinks for hidden seasonings, but this one is made entirely from scratch with a short, clean ingredient list you can trust. The chilling process lets the orange slices do their work slowly, so the flavor builds gently rather than turning sharp or bitter. Poured over ice and finished with a sprig of fresh mint, it looks gorgeous in a glass and tastes even better than it looks.
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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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