Vegan Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Rooibos brings a naturally sweet, earthy warmth that pairs beautifully with bright citrus, and this iced tea is the kind of drink that feels both refreshing and a little special. Fresh orange rounds steep right in the hot brew, infusing every sip with a subtle, sun-ripened flavor that no bottled tea can replicate. Maple syrup sweetens things up without any animal-derived ingredients, so the whole pitcher comes together with nothing but clean, plant-based goodness. The deep reddish-amber color alone is enough to make it the star of any table — it looks like something you'd pay too much for at a café. Letting the orange slices steep as the tea cools is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out that mellow citrus note without any bitterness. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and you've got a drink that's as pretty as it is easy to make.
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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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