Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey
A refreshing iced green tea sweetened with honey and infused with zesty citrus and fresh mint leaves. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together green tea bags, water, honey for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 50 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 4 green tea bags
- 4 cups water
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cup, lightly crushed fresh mint leaves
- 1, sliced thinly lemon
- 1, sliced thinly orange
- 2 cups ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil, then remove from heat and steep 4 green tea bags in the hot water for 4 minutes.
- Step 2: Remove the tea bags and stir in 3 tbsp honey while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
- Step 3: Add 1/4 cup lightly crushed fresh mint leaves, 1 thinly sliced lemon, and 1 thinly sliced orange to the tea. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
- Step 4: Once cooled, strain the tea into a pitcher to remove mint leaves and citrus slices.
- Step 5: Fill glasses with 2 cups of ice cubes and pour the citrus-mint green tea over the ice. Garnish with additional mint if desired and serve chilled.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (10 min prep + 5 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey?
Refrigerate any leftover citrus-mint iced green tea with honey in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Citrus-Mint Iced Green Tea with Honey?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
