Xanthan Gum Free Rooibos Orange Iced Tea
Rooibos brings a naturally sweet, earthy depth to this refreshing iced tea, and paired with fresh orange slices and a touch of maple syrup, it tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a café. The orange rounds steep right into the warm brew, infusing every sip with bright citrus without any artificial flavoring or additives. Every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like — tea, fruit, a natural sweetener, and water — so there's nothing hidden to second-guess on the label. That matters a lot when you're avoiding thickeners and stabilizers that sneak into so many packaged beverages and drink mixes. The result is a clean, beautifully colored pitcher of iced tea that's as pretty as it is satisfying. A handful of fresh mint on top takes it from everyday to genuinely impressive, whether you're serving guests or just treating yourself on a warm 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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