Orange Mint Tea
Bright, cool, and perfectly refreshing! This orange mint “tea” doesn’t actually include tea at all! Fresh mint is gently steeped just like tea leaves, creating a naturally sweet, citrusy drink that’s delicious served cold. Try it with honey for a softer sweetness and enjoy the taste of fresh spring mint in every sip.
YIELD: 8 servings | PREP: 15 mins | COOK: 15 mins
Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 6 sprigs mint (fresh, each about 6 inches, well-rinsed)
- 1/3 cup sugar (or to taste, or 1/4 cup honey)
- 2 cups orange juice (fresh)
- 1/2 cup lemon juice (fresh)
- Cold water (to fill the pitcher to the top)
- Ice cubes (to fill the pitcher to the top)
- Garnish: fresh mint sprigs, thin slices of orange or lemon
Directions
- Gather the ingredients.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to a boil, add the mint, and cover.
- Remove from heat and steep for 15 minutes or longer.
- Remove mint, add 1/3 cup sugar (or honey), and stir until dissolved.
- Combine orange and lemon juices in a 2-quart serving pitcher. Add the mint concentrate and enough cold water and ice to fill the pitcher to the top.
- Chill thoroughly and serve garnished with fresh mint sprigs and thin slices of orange or lemon.
Tip: This concentrate may be cooled and frozen for later use, if desired.