How to Make Orange Rosemary Ginger Iced Tea

Prepare Infusion

Combine hot water with tea, citrus, herbs, and spices.

Sweeten While Warm

Add natural sweeteners while tea is hot for proper dissolution.

Chill & Develop Flavor

Allow extended cooling time for flavors to fully integrate.

Strain & Garnish

Remove solids and finish with fresh decorative elements.

Baking Tips

For a stronger ginger flavor, grate some of the ginger instead of slicing it all.

Try using different tea varieties as your base – white tea offers delicacy, while rooibos provides a caffeine-free alternative.

Make a sparkling version by substituting some of the cold water with sparkling water just before serving.

For a cocktail version, add 1 oz of gin or vodka per glass.

Prepare a concentrated version (without the additional cold water) to make tea ice cubes that won't dilute your drink.

Orange Rosemary Ginger Iced Tea

Name: Orange Rosemary Ginger Iced Tea
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Contemporary, Herbal
Ingredients: 6 cups filtered water, divided; 6 black tea bags (or 3 tablespoons loose leaf black tea); 2 oranges (1 sliced for infusion, 1 for garnish); 3 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus extra for garnish; 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced; 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste); 1 tablespoon orange zest; Ice cubes for serving; Orange wheels for garnish; Rosemary sprigs for garnish; Crystallized ginger for garnish (optional)

A refreshing and sophisticated iced tea that balances the bright citrus notes of fresh orange with aromatic rosemary and the subtle heat of ginger. This elegant beverage offers a perfect harmony of sweet, herbaceous, and spicy flavors, making it an ideal refreshment for summer gatherings, brunch service, or as a revitalizing non-alcoholic option for any occasion.

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

5 Minutes

Total Time

2H15 Minutes

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JUE

Ingredients

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6 cups filtered water, divided

6 black tea bags (or 3 tablespoons loose leaf black tea)

2 oranges (1 sliced for infusion, 1 for garnish)

3 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus extra for garnish

2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced

1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)

1 tablespoon orange zest

Ice cubes for serving

Orange wheels for garnish

Rosemary sprigs for garnish

Crystallized ginger for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat.

Add tea bags (or loose tea in an infuser), sliced orange, 3 sprigs of rosemary, and sliced ginger to the hot water. Cover and let steep for 5-7 minutes.

Remove tea bags (or infuser). For a stronger flavor, you can leave the orange slices, rosemary, and ginger to continue infusing.

While still warm, add honey or maple syrup and orange zest. Stir until sweetener is completely dissolved.

Add remaining 2 cups of cold water to the tea mixture and stir to combine.

Transfer to a glass pitcher and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, at least 2 hours or overnight for deeper flavor.

Strain the tea mixture to remove orange slices, rosemary sprigs, and ginger pieces.

To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over ice.

Garnish each glass with a fresh orange wheel and a small sprig of rosemary. Add a piece of crystallized ginger on the rim if desired.

Orange Rosemary Ginger Iced Tea

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