Orange Rosemary Iced Tea Recipe
Refreshing Orange Rosemary Iced Tea combines the bright citrus flavor of fresh orange slices with the aromatic touch of rosemary, perfectly steeped in robust black tea and served chilled for a revitalizing beverage on warm days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Optional: sweetener such as honey or sugar, to taste
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil using a kettle or stovetop pot.
- Steep Tea and Flavorings: Place the black tea bags, orange slices, and rosemary sprigs into a heat-safe pitcher. Pour the boiling water over these ingredients and allow them to steep for 5 to 7 minutes, letting the flavors infuse deeply.
- Remove Tea Bags and Strain: Remove the tea bags carefully to avoid bitterness. Strain out orange slices and rosemary if you prefer a clearer tea or keep them for stronger flavor.
- Cool and Chill: Let the tea cool to room temperature, then transfer the pitcher to the refrigerator. Chill the tea for at least 1 to 2 hours until fully cold.
- Serve: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled orange rosemary tea over the ice. Optionally, garnish each glass with a fresh rosemary sprig or an orange slice for presentation and added aroma.
Notes
- You can adjust the steeping time depending on how strong you prefer your tea; longer steeping results in a more intense flavor.
- Sweeten the iced tea with honey, sugar, or a sugar substitute while the tea is still warm to ensure it dissolves properly.
- Fresh rosemary sprigs intensify the herbal notes; dried rosemary can be used but with a lighter flavor.
- This iced tea can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for optimum freshness.
- For a sparkling version, substitute half of the water with carbonated water after chilling.
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