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Mint iced tea with lime slices and fresh mint leaves in a glass
Simple and refreshing mint iced tea for summer days

Fresh mint iced tea

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Quick Meals Drinks
Forget bottled iced teas! In this homemade version, the tannins of the tea, the acidity of the lemon, and the sweetness of the sugar create a refreshing balance. The mint doesn't just flavour it; the menthol activates cooling receptors in your mouth, leaving you doubly refreshed.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 15 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 80 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Heatproof jug: For brewing.

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour boiling water over the teabags and steep for 3-5 minutes. No longer!

Tip: If you steep it longer, too many tannins are released, and the tea will taste bitter and astringent.
2 ✓

Remove the bags and stir in the sugar while still warm.

Tip: Sugar dissolves with difficulty in cold liquid (saturation).
3 ✓

Squeeze in the juice of half the lemon. Watch as the colour of the tea lightens.

Tip: Tea is a natural pH indicator: acids turn it a lighter, amber colour.
4 ✓

Allow to cool to room temperature, then place in the fridge.

Tip: Slow cooling preserves the clarity of the tea.
5 ✓

Before serving, slap the mint against your palm, place it in the glass, fill with ice, and pour over the tea.

Tip: Physically 'shocking' the mint ruptures the oil glands in the leaves, releasing an intensive aroma.

Recipe FAQ

Why has the tea turned cloudy?
If you cool hot tea too quickly (e.g., by adding ice immediately), the tannins precipitate (known as 'creaming'). Allow it to cool to room temperature first.

Ingredients

  • 2 teabags Black tea (e.g., Earl Grey or English Breakfast)
  • 500 ml Water
  • 2 tbsp Sugar or honey
  • 1 whole Lemon (juice and slices)
  • 1 handful Fresh mint
  • 1 serving Ice cubes