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Orange Rosemary Iced Tea

Revitalize Your Day with Orange Rosemary Iced Tea

Enjoy the refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea, a delightful blend of citrus and herbal notes, perfect for hot summer days.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups Water Use fresh, filtered water for the best flavor.
  • 3 bags Black Tea Opt for robust varieties like Assam or Ceylon.
For the Citrus Twist
  • 2 units Orange Freshly juiced and zested, organic is preferred.
For the Herbal Infusion
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Select vibrant sprigs for better flavor.
  • 3 slices Fresh Ginger Thinly sliced for a zesty kick.
For Sweetness
  • Sugar Adjust to taste; consider substitutes like stevia.
For Serving
  • Ice Cubes Essential for chilling the drink.
  • Garnish Optional: orange slices and rosemary sprigs.

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Pitcher
  • Glass

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Boil the Water: Heat 4 cups of fresh filtered water in a medium pot over high heat until boiling (8-10 minutes).
  2. Infuse the Tea and Herbs: Remove from heat and add 3 black tea bags, 3 sprigs of rosemary, 1 tablespoon of orange zest, and 3 slices of ginger. Cover and steep for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sweeten the Tea: Remove tea bags and stir in sugar to taste while warm until dissolved.
  4. Strain the Mixture: Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a bowl to remove solids, pressing to extract liquid.
  5. Add Fresh Orange Juice: Squeeze 1-2 fresh oranges and stir juice into the strained tea.
  6. Cool the Tea: Allow to cool for 15-20 minutes at room temperature, then chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Serve Over Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour chilled tea over ice, and stir to cool.
  8. Garnish as Desired: Add orange slices and rosemary sprigs for garnish before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness and steeping time based on personal preference. Store in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.

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