Description
Refreshing Orange Ginger Green Tea offers a zesty twist on classic green tea, blending citrusy orange notes with spicy ginger undertones. Wellness seekers will savor this aromatic brew that balances tangy brightness with soothing herbal warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Tea Base:
- 5 organic green tea bags
- 4 cups water
Fresh Citrus Juices:
- 2 cups fresh orange juice
- ½ cup fresh lemon juice
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 3 to 4 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons ginger, finely grated or minced
Instructions
- Bring water to a near-boiling temperature (around 200°F or 93°C) in a kettle or pot, then remove from heat source.
- Submerge green tea bags into the hot water, allowing them to infuse their delicate flavors.
- Gently incorporate freshly grated or sliced ginger into the brewing tea, enhancing the aromatic profile.
- Allow the tea and ginger to steep for approximately 2-3 minutes, extracting maximum flavor intensity.
- Once the tea reaches a comfortable temperature, carefully strain the liquid through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean pitcher.
- Drizzle honey into the strained tea, stirring until completely dissolved and integrated.
- Pour freshly squeezed orange juice and lemon juice into the sweetened tea, blending the citrusy notes thoroughly.
- Refrigerate the beverage until thoroughly chilled, ideally for 30-45 minutes.
- Fill serving glasses with ice cubes to create a refreshing base.
- Pour the chilled orange ginger green tea over the ice.
- Garnish each glass with delicate, fresh mint leaves for an elegant and aromatic finishing touch.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the vibrant, cooling beverage.
Notes
- Steeping tea bags in hot water ensures maximum flavor extraction, releasing delicate botanical essences.
- Fresh ginger adds a zesty, warming kick that complements the tea’s natural herbal notes.
- Straining removes loose tea particles, creating a smooth, clean beverage with crystal-clear appearance.
- Honey balances the tea’s slight bitterness, introducing natural sweetness without overwhelming the delicate flavor profile.
- Citrus juices brighten the drink, adding tangy complexity and vitamin-rich refreshment.
- Mint leaves provide a crisp, cool garnish that elevates the visual appeal and adds a subtle herbal finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg