Description
A refreshing and invigorating Lemon Ginger Iced Green Tea sweetened with honey, combining the zesty brightness of lemon, the warm spice of fresh ginger, and the subtle bitterness of green tea. Perfect for a healthy, cooling beverage on warm days.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 cups water
- 4 green tea bags
Flavors
- 1 large lemon (juice and zest)
- 1 inch fresh ginger (peeled and sliced)
- 4 tablespoons honey (or to taste)
To Serve
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Boil Water: Begin by boiling 4 cups of water in a kettle or pot. Once it reaches a rolling boil, remove it from heat to prepare for steeping the tea.
- Steep Tea: Add the 4 green tea bags to the hot water and allow them to steep for about 5 minutes to release the rich flavors. Then, remove and discard the tea bags.
- Add Lemon and Ginger: While the tea is still warm, stir in the freshly squeezed juice and zest of the large lemon, along with the peeled and sliced fresh ginger to infuse the tea with citrusy and spicy notes.
- Sweeten Tea: Mix in the 4 tablespoons of honey, stirring until completely dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness according to preference.
- Cool and Strain: Let the mixture cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes. Then strain out the ginger slices using a fine strainer to remove any residues.
- Chill Tea: Transfer the tea into a pitcher and refrigerate until it is thoroughly chilled, enhancing the refreshing qualities of the drink.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled iced green tea over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired for a hint of herbal aroma and presentation.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of honey based on your preferred level of sweetness or substitute with other sweeteners like agave or stevia for variation.
- If you prefer a stronger ginger flavor, allow the ginger to steep longer before straining or add more ginger slices.
- Use organic lemons and fresh ginger for the best flavor and health benefits.
- This iced tea can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for optimal freshness.
- For a cold brew option, steep the green tea bags and ginger in cold water overnight and add lemon and honey before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping and Chilling
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon ginger iced green tea, iced green tea recipe, healthy iced tea, honey sweetened tea, refreshing beverage, summer drinks
