Iced Green Tea with Ginger
Refresh and rejuvenate your senses with this homemade Iced Green Tea with Ginger, a delightful blend that fuses the earthy notes of green tea with the zesty warmth of fresh ginger. Perfect for warm days or as a revitalizing midday pick-me-up, this recipe offers a naturally invigorating drink that’s easy to make in just a few simple steps. Enhanced with optional honey or sugar for a hint of sweetness, it’s a customizable treat that can be garnished with cooling mint leaves and citrusy lemon slices for an elegant touch. Packed with antioxidants and a subtle ginger kick, this iced tea is not only delicious but also a wellness-boosting beverage. Serve it over ice for the ultimate thirst quencher your whole family will love. Keywords: iced green tea, ginger iced tea, refreshing drinks, summer beverages, antioxidant-rich drinks, easy tea recipes.
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Ingredients
- 4 units green tea bags
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 slices lemon slices (optional for garnish)
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Peel and thinly slice the fresh ginger to the specified quantity.
Step 2
In a medium-sized pot, bring 8 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Add the sliced ginger to the boiling water and let it simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the flavor.
Step 4
Remove the pot from heat and add the green tea bags to the ginger-infused water.
Step 5
Let the tea steep for 3–5 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
Step 6
Remove and discard the tea bags and ginger slices from the pot.
Step 7
If using a sweetener, stir in honey or sugar while the tea is still warm until it completely dissolves. Skip this step if you prefer unsweetened tea.
Step 8
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
Step 9
Just before serving, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled green tea over the ice.
Step 10
Optionally, garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for added freshness and presentation.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade iced green tea with ginger!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2485.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 142.5 |
| Total Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 62.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 38.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.0g | |
| Protein 0.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 128.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 124.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories