Licorice Mint Iced Tea
Cool off with a refreshing twist on classic iced tea—Licorice Mint Iced Tea is a delightful blend of soothing herbal flavors and subtle sweetness. This recipe combines the naturally sweet and mildly anise-like essence of licorice root with the crisp, cooling aroma of fresh mint leaves, perfectly balanced by the mild earthiness of green tea. Ready in just 25 minutes, this caffeine-friendly brew can be sweetened to taste with a touch of honey and served over plenty of ice for a revitalizing treat. Perfect for warm afternoons or as a unique addition to gatherings, this chilled tea is a hydrating, antioxidant-rich beverage that’s as flavorful as it is refreshing. Garnish with extra mint leaves for a beautiful, aromatic finish!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Licorice root
- 1 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 teaspoons Green tea leaves (or tea bags)
- 2 tablespoons Honey (optional)
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add 2 tablespoons of licorice root, 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, and 2 teaspoons of green tea leaves (or two green tea bags) into the boiling water.
Step 3
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Step 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for an additional 5 minutes.
Step 5
Strain the tea into a heatproof jug or pitcher, discarding the solids (licorice root, mint leaves, and tea leaves).
Step 6
If desired, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is still warm to sweeten it. This step is optional and can be adjusted to taste.
Step 7
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
Step 8
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled licorice mint tea over the ice.
Step 9
Garnish with additional fresh mint leaves if desired and enjoy your refreshing Licorice Mint Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1764.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 390.5 |
| Total Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 70.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 97.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 67.9g | |
| Protein 13.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 810.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1608.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories