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Refreshing Citrus Mint Iced Tea

Black tea brightened with fresh lemon and orange juice, a handful of mint, and a touch of honey — a crisp, thirst-quenching iced tea that tastes like a sunny afternoon in a glass.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Pitcher
  • Fine strainer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/4 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon and orange slices for garnish
  • Mint sprigs for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Boil Water: In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  • Steep Tea: Remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Steep for about 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
  • Add Citrus: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, orange juice, and honey or sugar until dissolved.
  • Add Mint: Gently crush the mint leaves to release their oils and add them to the tea mixture. Let it steep for an additional 5 minutes.
  • Cool Down: Remove the mint leaves and let the tea cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate until chilled.
  • Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon and orange slices along with fresh mint sprigs.