Description

Quench your thirst with this Apple Iced Tea Recipe, a delightful fusion of crisp apple flavor and refreshing iced tea. Perfect for summer barbecues or a relaxing afternoon at home, this invigorating beverage combines the sweetness of apple juice with a hint of mint and lime. With just a few simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can impress your guests or treat yourself to a revitalizing drink that’s both delicious and healthy. Enjoy it chilled over ice, garnished with fresh mint and apple slices for an eye-catching presentation.

Ingredients

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1 cup water
1 teaspoon loose black tea leaves (or 1 tea bag)
10–12 mint leaves (plus extra for garnish)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 cup apple juice (or apple-flavored soda)
2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lime juice
Ice cubes (as needed)

Instructions

Brew the Tea: In a medium saucepan, combine water, tea leaves, mint leaves, and sugar. Heat over medium-high until boiling.
Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 1 minute.
Strain: Remove from heat and strain the mixture into a pitcher or measuring cup. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
Prepare Glasses: Fill tall glasses with ice and add mint leaves.
Mix Juices: Pour equal parts (½ cup each) of cooled brewed tea and apple juice (or soda) over the ice in each glass.
Final Touches: Add lime juice to each glass, stir gently, and garnish with apple slices.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverage
Method: Brewing
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass (240ml)
Calories: 85
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 3mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: <1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar or substituting honey. For added flavor, consider infusing spices like cinnamon or ginger during the brewing process.