Spicy Ginger-Mint Iced Tea Refresher

Name: Spicy Ginger-Mint Iced Tea Refresher
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 glasses
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 4 black tea bags; 1 piece fresh ginger, 5cm long, sliced; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, lightly crushed; 4 cups boiling water; 2 EL honey or sugar (optional, to taste); Ice cubes and lemon slices for serving

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This iced tea is a perfect alternative to sugary sodas or complex mocktails, offering a dynamic flavor profile that is both invigorating and soothing. The recipe starts with a robust brew of black tea, which is then infused with freshly grated ginger for a pleasant heat and a bundle of fresh mint for a clean, cooling aroma. Lightly sweetened, it’s designed to be a healthy, non-alcoholic, and deeply refreshing beverage. It's ideal for a hot summer day or as a unique drink to accompany a spicy meal, cleansing the palate with its bright, natural flavors.

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A tall glass filled with amber iced tea, sliced ginger, and fresh mint leaves with condensation on the glass.

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time5 min

Servings4 glasses

Equipment

Large pitcherStrainer

Ingredients

4 black tea bags1 piece fresh ginger, 5cm long, sliced1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, lightly crushed4 cups boiling water2 EL honey or sugar (optional, to taste) Ice cubes and lemon slices for serving

Instructions

1
Place the tea bags, sliced ginger, and crushed mint leaves in a large pitcher.
2
Pour the 4 cups of boiling water over the ingredients. Steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard.
3
Stir in the honey or sugar until dissolved. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then strain it to remove the ginger and mint.
4
Refrigerate the strained tea for at least 1 hour until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice cubes, garnished with extra mint leaves and lemon slices.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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