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3 Refreshing Homemade Iced Tea Recipes

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Beat the summer heat with these three refreshing homemade iced tea variations. Each recipe transforms basic tea into something special using fresh ingredients and can be customized to your preferred sweetness level. Perfect for solo sipping or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 3 drinks
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 85
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Peach Mint Black Tea
  • 2 black tea bags
  • 1 cup just-boiled water (212°F)
  • 1/4 cup peach nectar or puree
  • 6-8 fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
  • ice as needed
  • cold water to top
  • peach slices for garnish (optional)
Ginger Lemon Green Tea
  • 2 green tea bags
  • 1 cup hot water (175°F)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon honey or to taste
  • 1/4-1/2 teaspoon finely grated fresh ginger
  • ice as needed
  • lemon slices for garnish
Berry Hibiscus Tea
  • 2 hibiscus tea bags or 2 teaspoons dried hibiscus flowers
  • 1 cup boiling water (212°F)
  • 1/2 cup mixed berries fresh or thawed, lightly muddled
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons simple syrup to taste
  • ice as needed
  • berries extra for garnish

Equipment

  • Glasses
  • Muddler
  • Strainer

Method
 

  1. For Peach Mint Black Tea:
  2. Steep 2 black tea bags in 1 cup of just-boiled water (212°F) for 4 minutes. Remove tea bags and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  3. In your serving glass, gently muddle the fresh mint leaves with peach nectar to release the aromatic oils.
  4. Fill the glass with ice, pour in the cooled tea, and top with cold water if needed. Stir gently.
  5. Garnish with a peach slice and fresh mint sprig if desired.
  6. For Ginger Lemon Green Tea:
  7. Heat water to 175°F (not boiling) and steep green tea bags for just 2 minutes to prevent bitterness. Remove tea bags.
  8. While tea is still warm, whisk in fresh lemon juice, honey, and grated fresh ginger until everything dissolves.
  9. Fill your glass with ice and a few lemon slices, then pour the tea mixture over top and stir well.
  10. For Berry Hibiscus Tea:
  11. Steep hibiscus tea bags in boiling water (212°F) for 5-7 minutes until you achieve a deep ruby color. Remove tea bags and let cool for about 5 minutes.
  12. In your serving glass, gently muddle mixed berries with fresh lime juice and simple syrup, just enough to release their juices.
  13. Add plenty of ice, pour the hibiscus tea over top, and stir to combine. Adjust sweetness if needed.
  14. Garnish with a few extra berries for presentation.

Nutrition

Calories: 85kcal

Notes

These iced teas are best enjoyed immediately after preparation, but you can make the tea bases ahead of time and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add the ice and garnishes just before serving.
For a sparkling variation, try replacing the cold water top-off with sparkling water or club soda.
Feel free to customize these recipes to your taste - swap peach for mango or apricot, try basil instead of mint, or use agave nectar instead of honey for the green tea version.

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