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Orange Rosemary Iced Tea

Refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea for Summer Sips

Enjoy a vibrant and refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea, a perfect summer drink infused with citrus and herbal notes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Refreshing
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups Water The essential base for brewing a refreshing iced tea.
  • 2-3 bags Black Tea Bags Adds a robust flavor; consider substitutes like Assam or Darjeeling for a twist.
For the Flavoring
  • 1 large Orange Freshly juiced and zested; organic is best for purity.
  • 1 handful Fresh Rosemary Bright green sprigs for maximum flavor.
  • 1 inches Fresh Ginger Use firm and fresh ginger for the best taste.
For Sweetness
  • 0.25 cups Sugar Adjust to taste; alternatives like stevia can be great.
For Serving
  • As needed Ice Cubes Chill your tea for crisp sips.
  • As needed Garnish (optional) Use orange slices and rosemary sprigs.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized pot
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • Pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium-sized pot over high heat.
  2. Add Tea and Herbs: Remove pot from heat, add black tea bags, fresh rosemary, zest of orange, and ginger slices. Steep for 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Remove Tea Bags: Strain the tea to remove tea bags, rosemary, zest, and ginger slices.
  4. Sweeten the Tea: Stir in sugar while the tea is warm until dissolved.
  5. Add Orange Juice: Stir in the juice from the large orange.
  6. Chill the Tea: Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Fill tall glasses with ice cubes, pour tea over ice, and garnish with orange slices and rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 22gVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for longer storage.

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