Discover how to make homemade iced tea in 4 delightful ways with this comprehensive photo and video guide. This easy and refreshing beverage recipe features English breakfast tea bags infused with fruity flavors. While classic lemon and mint leaves are commonly used to enhance black tea, this post introduces three additional fruit variations. Perfect for replacing traditional hot tea, these flavorful concoctions are ideal for enjoying with breakfast or snacks on a hot summer day.
Summer has already begun and I'm receiving numerous requests for a refreshing beverage option. Many of these requests share a common theme: replacing hot beverages like tea and coffee with a cold alternative. While I've already shared variations of cold coffee, iced tea remains another popular choice. Traditionally, it's made with mint leaves, lemon slices, and juice combined with a strong black tea base. However, this recipe explores three additional popular variations. The first incorporates mango, perfect for embracing the mango season. The second features a watermelon flavor, ideal for staying hydrated during the summer months. Lastly, there's an orange-flavored option, leveraging the year-round availability of oranges. The citrus flavor adds an interesting twist compared to the first two options.
Ingredients and step-by-step instructions for each type of tea
Preparing the iced tea decoction:
- 4 tea bags
- 3 cups hot water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
To prepare the iced tea decoction, start by placing 4 tea bags into a large jug and pouring in 3 cups of hot water.
Allow it to rest for 5 minutes to brew thoroughly. Next, add ½ cup of sugar and 3 tablespoons of lemon juice.
Stir well to ensure the sugar dissolves entirely. Chill the decoction before using it to make iced tea. (or no sugar if you like it).
Traditional Mint Iced Tea
Ingredients for Mint iced tea:
- 2 tablespoons mint
- 3 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water
- A few ice cubes
- 2 slices lemon
- A few mint leaves
To prepare classic iced tea
Begin by combining 2 tablespoons of mint, 3 teaspoons of lemon juice, and ½ cup of water in a blender.
Blend until smooth to create mint juice, then set aside.
In a tall glass, place a few ice cubes, 2 slices of lemon, and a few mint leaves.
Pour in the prepared mint juice and chilled tea decoction.
Finally, mix well and savor the refreshing classic iced tea.
Mango Iced Tea
Mango iced tea ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of mango
- ½ cup of water
- A few ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons of mango pieces
To prepare mango iced tea:
Begin by blending 3 tablespoons of mango with ½ cup of water until you achieve a smooth mango juice consistency. Set it aside.
In a tall glass, add a few ice cubes along with some chopped mango.
Pour the prepared mango juice and chilled tea decoction into the glass.
Finally, mix everything well and indulge in your refreshing mango iced tea.
Watermelon iced tea
Ingredients for watermelon iced tea:
- 3 tablespoons of watermelon
- ½ cup of water
- A few ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons of watermelon pieces
To prepare watermelon iced tea:
Start by blending 3 tablespoons of watermelon with ½ cup of water until you get a smooth watermelon juice. Set it aside.
In a tall glass, add a few ice cubes and some chopped watermelon.
Pour the prepared watermelon juice and chilled tea decoction into the glass.
Finally, mix everything well and enjoy your refreshing watermelon iced tea.
Orange iced tea
Ingredients for Orange iced tea:
- 3 tablespoons of orange
- ½ cup of water
- a few ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons of orange, sliced
To prepare orange iced tea:
Firstly, blend 3 tablespoons of orange with ½ cup of water until smooth to create orange juice. Set aside.
In a tall glass, add a few ice cubes and some chopped orange pieces.
Pour the prepared orange juice and chilled tea decoction into the glass.
Finally, mix well and savor your refreshing orange iced tea.
Notice: Ensure not to brew the decoction too long, as it may result in a bitter taste. Adjust the quantity of tea decoction according to your preferred flavor intensity. If you prefer a sweeter taste, consider adding sugar or honey. Moreover, you can utilize store-bought juice to create an alternative iced tea recipe.
