Refreshing Homemade Iced Tea Recipes (Lemon, Mango, Watermelon)
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About Refreshing Homemade Iced Tea Recipes (Lemon, Mango, Watermelon)
Beat the summer heat with these three incredibly refreshing homemade iced tea recipes! We'll guide you through making a delicious base tea, then show you how to transform it into delightful lemon, mango, and watermelon iced tea variations. These are perfect for picnics, barbecues, or simply enjoying a cool drink at home.Each recipe uses simple, readily available ingredients and requires minimal preparation time. Get ready to experience the ultimate in iced tea flavor and refreshment. Whether you prefer a classic citrusy twist, a tropical mango delight, or a juicy watermelon cooler, we've got the perfect recipe for you.These recipes are easily customizable to your taste. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and add other fruits or herbs to create your own unique iced tea creations!
Recipe Time & More
Prep7 hours 5 minutes
Cook7 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
Lemon Iced Tea
- 1 Lemon thinly sliced
- 5-6 Mint Leaves fresh sprigs
- 2 tbsp Sugar or to taste, powdered
- Ice Cubes as needed
- 2 cups Tea chilled, from basic iced tea recipe, iced
Mango Iced Tea
- 1/2 cup Mango chopped, ripe
- 5-6 Mint Leaves fresh sprigs
- 2 tbsp Sugar or to taste, powdered
- Ice Cubes as needed
- 2 cups Tea chilled, from basic iced tea recipe, iced
Watermelon Iced Tea
- 1/4 cup Watermelon chopped, seedless
- 2 tbsp Sugar or to taste, powdered
- Ice Cubes as needed
- 2 cups Tea chilled, from basic iced tea recipe, iced
Instructions
Prepare the Basic Iced Tea
- Steep 4 tea bags (or 4 tbsp loose leaf tea) in 4 cups of freshly boiled water for 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool completely. Refrigerate until chilled.
Make Lemon Iced Tea
- In a glass, combine 1 thinly sliced lemon and 5-6 fresh mint sprigs.
- Gently muddle the lemon and mint to release their flavors.
- Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar (adjust to taste).
- Add ice cubes.
- Pour in 2 cups of the chilled iced tea.
- Stir well to combine.
Make Mango Iced Tea
- In a glass, combine 1/2 cup of chopped ripe mango and 5-6 fresh mint sprigs.
- Gently muddle the mango and mint to release their flavors.
- Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar (adjust to taste).
- Add ice cubes.
- Pour in 2 cups of the chilled iced tea.
- Stir well to combine.
Make Watermelon Iced Tea
- In a glass, combine 1/4 cup of chopped seedless watermelon and 5-6 fresh mint sprigs.
- Gently muddle the watermelon and mint to release their flavors.
- Add 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar (adjust to taste).
- Add ice cubes.
- Pour in 2 cups of the chilled iced tea.
- Stir well to combine.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for the Perfect Iced Tea
- For a stronger tea flavor, use more tea bags or increase the steeping time.
- Experiment with different types of tea to create unique flavor profiles (e.g., Earl Grey, green tea).
- Sweeten the tea to your preference – you can use honey, simple syrup, or other sweeteners instead of powdered sugar.
- Garnish your iced tea with extra fruit slices, herbs, or edible flowers for an elegant presentation.
Recipe Video
Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 378IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 1mg
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This is so tempting! Can’t wait to cook it.
Looks so yummy! Excited to make it.
Such a great recipe! Can’t wait to try it.