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Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe

Refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe for Summer Bliss

Elevate your summer refreshment game with this Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe, a healthier alternative to sugary drinks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverage
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups Water The essential liquid for brewing your tea.
  • 2 bags Black Tea Bags Choose Assam or Ceylon for robust flavor.
For the Flavor
  • 1 large Orange Provides fresh juice and zest; organic is best.
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Opt for vibrant sprigs for aroma.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Adds a spicy kick; slice thinly.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Adjust to taste or substitute with stevia.
For Serving
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes Crucial for a chilled drink.
  • Orange Slices Optional garnish.
  • Rosemary Sprigs Optional garnish.

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Measuring cups
  • strainer
  • Glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a medium pot over high heat until boiling, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add black tea bags, rosemary sprigs, orange zest, and ginger. Steep for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags and stir in sugar while the tea is warm to dissolve.
  4. Strain mixture to remove rosemary, orange zest, and ginger. Add freshly squeezed orange juice.
  5. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes.
  6. Transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1-2 hours.
  7. Serve over ice cubes in glasses.
  8. Garnish with orange slices and rosemary sprigs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. Enhance flavor with orange slices and rosemary for an elegant touch.

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