Walnut Free Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Earthy, naturally sweet, and kissed with bright citrus, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you've got your life together. Rooibos brings a smooth, slightly floral depth that pairs beautifully with fresh orange rounds steeped right into the brew, infusing every sip with a gentle, sun-warmed flavor. Maple syrup sweetens things just enough without overpowering the tea, and a handful of fresh mint on top makes it look like something you'd order at a fancy café. The whole process is wonderfully straightforward — steep, sweeten, chill, and pour — with no blending, no specialty equipment, and nothing that could sneak in unwanted allergens. It's a naturally tree-nut-free refresher made entirely from clean, recognizable ingredients, so you can serve it to a crowd without a second thought. Strain it over a tall glass of ice and let those orange slices do their thing — this one is as pretty as it is delicious.
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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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