Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of homemade Apple Iced Tea, a delightful beverage that perfectly marries the sweetness of apples with the robust flavor of tea. This invigorating drink is ideal for hot summer days or casual gatherings, offering a unique and vibrant flavor profile that appeals to everyone. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, you can create a thirst-quenching iced tea that stands out. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with light snacks, this Apple Iced Tea promises to elevate any occasion. Plus, it’s easily customizable—add your favorite fruits or adjust the sweetness to suit your taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon loose black tea leaves (or 1 tea bag)
- 10–12 mint leaves (plus for garnishing)
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 cup apple juice (or apple-flavored soda)
- 2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- ice cubes
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan, combine water, tea leaves, mint leaves, and sugar. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and let simmer for one minute.
- Remove from heat and strain the tea into a measuring cup or pitcher. Let cool for 10 minutes.
- Fill two tall glasses with ice and add 4-5 mint leaves to each glass.
- Pour ½ cup of apple juice into each glass followed by ½ cup of brewed tea.
- Add 1 teaspoon of lime juice to each glass, stir gently, and garnish with apple slices and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (240ml)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg