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Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe

Zesty Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe to Beat the Heat

A refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea recipe that harmonizes bold black tea with zesty orange and aromatic rosemary, perfect for summer days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverages
Calories: 50

Ingredients
  

For the Tea
  • 4 cups Water Use fresh, cold water for the best infused flavor.
  • 2 bags Black Tea Bags Choose Assam or Ceylon for a robust base.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Add slices for nice, warm undertone.
For the Citrus
  • 1 large Orange Provides juice and zest for natural sweetness.
For the Herbal Notes
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary Select vibrant sprigs that are free of wilting.
For Sweetening
  • Sugar Adjust to taste; consider a calorie-free substitute.
To Serve
  • Ice Cubes Essential for chilling the tea.
  • Garnish Optional orange slices and rosemary sprigs.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing 4 cups of fresh, cold water to a rolling boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  2. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat and add 2 black tea bags, 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, the zest of one large orange, and about 1-inch slices of fresh ginger.
  3. Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. While the tea is still warm, stir in sugar to taste.
  5. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain out the solids into a large pitcher.
  6. Squeeze the juice from the same large orange directly into the pitcher.
  7. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  8. To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, then pour the chilled Orange Rosemary Iced Tea over the ice.
  9. For an elegant touch, garnish each glass with a slice of orange and a sprig of rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 50kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 40mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Serve chilled at parties or picnics to impress guests with this refreshing drink.

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