Pistachio Free Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Earthy, naturally sweet, and kissed with citrus, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to sit on a porch and do absolutely nothing for a while. Rooibos brings a warm, slightly floral depth that pairs beautifully with fresh orange rounds steeped right into the brew, letting the fruit infuse every sip with a bright, sunny flavor. A touch of maple syrup rounds everything out without tipping it into cloying territory — just enough sweetness to balance the tea's natural richness. The whole process is refreshingly simple: steep, sweeten, chill, and pour over ice. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just clean, real food. A few fresh mint sprigs on top take it from casual to genuinely impressive, whether you're serving guests or just treating yourself on a slow afternoon.
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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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