Green Tea and Ginger Iced Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-30 · Updated 2026-07-30

A revitalizing iced cocktail that marries the earthy notes of green tea with the invigorating zing of fresh ginger and a splash of citrus. This recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together green tea bags, boiling water, fresh ginger 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 150 calories and feeds 2, 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

• 2 green tea bags
• 2 cups boiling water
• 1 inch piece, peeled and thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 3 oz vodka
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 6 leaves, for garnish mint leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Steep 2 green tea bags and 1 inch peeled, thinly sliced fresh ginger in 2 cups boiling water for 5 minutes until fragrant and infused. Remove tea bags and ginger slices.
2. Step 2: Stir 2 tbsp honey into the hot tea until fully dissolved, then add 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.
3. Step 3: Fill two glasses with 1 cup ice cubes total and pour in the cooled tea mixture evenly. Add 3 oz vodka, dividing equally between the glasses, and stir gently to combine.
4. Step 4: Garnish each glass with 3 fresh mint leaves and serve immediately for a stimulating and refreshing drink that rejuvenates on a warm day.