Refreshing Lemon Iced Green Tea Recipe
Intro:
Looking for a refreshing and tangy drink to cool down on a warm day? This Lemon Iced Green Tea is the perfect blend of zesty lemon and soothing green tea, making it a delicious and revitalizing option. The homemade lemon ginger syrup adds a burst of flavor that elevates this iced tea to the next level. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering or just need a refreshing beverage, this recipe is sure to please!
Ingredients:
For the Lemon Ginger Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup honey
- 1/3 cup peeled and sliced fresh ginger
- ¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
- Lemon peel from about 2 lemons
For the Iced Green Tea:
- 6 cups water
- 6 green tea bags
Directions:
1. Prepare the Lemon Ginger Syrup:
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, ½ cup of granulated sugar, and ½ cup of honey.
- Stir the mixture over medium heat, allowing it to simmer until the sugar completely dissolves.
- Once dissolved, remove the saucepan from heat and add in 1/3 cup of peeled and sliced fresh ginger, ¾ cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the lemon peel from about 2 lemons.
- Stir the mixture well and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, strain the syrup to remove the solids and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
2. Brew the Iced Green Tea:
- Bring 6 cups of water to a boil in a large pot.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add the 6 green tea bags.
- Allow the tea to steep for about 5 minutes.
- After steeping, remove the tea bags and transfer the tea to the refrigerator to chill.
3. Assemble the Lemon Iced Green Tea:
- When ready to serve, mix ½ cup of the prepared lemon ginger syrup with 6 cups of the chilled iced green tea.
- Taste and adjust the syrup as needed to suit your preference.
- Serve the tea over ice and garnish with lemon slices or fresh mint leaves for an extra touch of freshness.
Nutrition Information:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooking Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 100 kcal per serving
- Servings: 6 servings
Conclusion:
This Lemon Iced Green Tea is not only easy to make but also incredibly refreshing. The combination of zesty lemon, spicy ginger, and smooth green tea makes for a perfectly balanced drink that’s sure to become a favorite. Try it out at your next gathering or enjoy it as a daily refreshment!
Enjoy your refreshing Lemon Iced Green Tea and don’t forget to share this recipe with your friends and family! If you tried this recipe, leave a comment below to let me know how it turned out. Happy sipping!
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Lemon Iced Green Tea
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
For the Lemon Ginger Syrup:
1 cup water
½ cup granulated sugar
½ cup honey
1/3 cup peeled and sliced fresh ginger
¾ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 4 lemons)
Lemon peel from about 2 lemons
For the Iced Green Tea:
6 cups water
6 green tea bags
Instructions
For the syrup:
Stir together water, sugar, and honey in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Allow to simmer until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and add ginger, lemon juice, and lemon peel. Stir and let cool to room temperature. Strain to remove solids and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
For the tea:
Bring water to a boil, then steep the tea bags for about 5 minutes. Refrigerate.
To serve:
Mix ½ cup of the lemon ginger syrup with 6 cups of iced green tea. Adjust syrup to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 100 Kcal