Best 5 Citrus Honey Green Tea Recipes

**Savor the Refreshing Citrus Honey Green Tea: A Journey of Flavors**

Immerse yourself in a delightful symphony of flavors with our Citrus Honey Green Tea. This revitalizing beverage combines the delicate notes of green tea with the vibrant zest of citrus fruits and the natural sweetness of honey. As you sip this enchanting tea, experience a burst of invigorating citrus flavors that dance on your palate, complemented by the subtle sweetness of honey and the soothing essence of green tea. Indulge in this symphony of flavors and embark on a sensory journey that will uplift your spirits and quench your thirst. Discover the art of brewing the perfect Citrus Honey Green Tea with our carefully curated recipes, each offering unique variations to tantalize your taste buds. From invigorating hot tea to refreshing iced tea concoctions, find the perfect recipe to suit your mood and preferences.

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LEMON THYME GREEN TEA

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Fresh sprigs of lemon thyme make this citrusy tea so refreshing-it's like sipping summer from a cup. My family and I enjoy it so much that it's a staple on our southern front porch.-Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 quarts water
8 individual green tea bags
12 fresh lemon thyme sprigs or 8 fresh thyme sprigs plus 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1/4 cup honey
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Sugar, optional

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring water to a boil; remove from heat. Add tea bags and lemon thyme sprigs; steep, covered, 3 minutes. Discard tea bags; steep, covered, 3 minutes longer. Strain tea. Add honey and lemon juice; stir until honey is dissolved. Stir in sugar if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 33 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

HONEY-CITRUS ICED TEA

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A frozen orange or lemon slice in the glass looks pretty and helps keep this refreshing punch nice and cold. Using honey instead of sugar adds a sweet touch. -Sheila Bradshaw, Columbus, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 tea bags
2 cups boiling water
3 medium navel oranges
2 medium lemons
2 cups orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
1 liter ginger ale, chilled
Ice cubes

Steps:

Place tea bags in a teapot; add boiling water. Cover and steep for 3 minutes; discard tea bags. Pour tea into a pitcher. Peel and section 2 oranges and 1 lemon; add to tea. Stir in the orange juice, lemon juice and honey. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight. Cut remaining orange and lemon into slices; freeze., Just before serving, strain and discard fruit from tea. Stir in ginger ale. Serve with frozen fruit slices and ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HONEY CITRUS SOUTHERN ICED TEA

Honey Citrus Southern Iced Tea image

Provided by Food Network

Categories beverage

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

7 bags black tea, such as Luzianne or Lipton
1/2 cup honey
4 kumquats, sliced into rounds, optional
2 key limes or 1 regular lime, sliced into rounds
1 lemon, sliced into rounds
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

Bring 4 cups water to a simmer in a saucepan. Remove from the heat, add the tea bags and let steep for 8 minutes. Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey. Let cool.
Add the sweetened tea to a pitcher along with 2 cups ice and another 4 cups water; stir. Add the sliced kumquats (if using), key limes and lemon. Pour into glasses over ice and garnish with mint.

KOREAN YUJA CHA (YUZU CITRON TEA)

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Korean Yuja Cha (Yuzu citron tea) is a popular winter tea made with citrus fruit and honey that's delicious.

Provided by Naomi Imatome-Yun

Categories Beverage

Time P1DT10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

For the Yuja Chung (Citron Tea Marmalade):
5 yuja fruits (citron or yuzu), scrubbed clean
3/4 cup honey
1/4 cup very warm water
For the Yuja Cha (Yuja tea):
1 spoonful yuja chung
1 cup hot water

Steps:

Slice the yuja fruits thinly and quarter them. Leave the peel intact but remove the seeds.
In a large bowl, dissolve the honey in the warm water, making a thick syrup.
Add the yuja fruit slices to the honey mixture, mixing to combine to make the yuja chung (yuja marmalade).
Keep in a closed container at room temperature for one day and then store in the refrigerator.
To make tea, dissolve 1 spoonful of yuja chung into hot water.
When you drink the tea, you also eat the bits and pieces of yuja fruit and rind that come your way.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 6 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 0 g, ServingSize 10 cups of tea, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SWEET CITRUS ICED TEA

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My family has been making iced tea this way ever since I was a child. When I recently prepared it for a church function, everyone liked it so much that they asked for the recipe. - Diane C Kirkpatrick, Terre Hill, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 15m

Yield 1 gallon.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

14-1/2 cups water, divided
10 tea bags
1-1/2 cups sugar
2/3 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup thawed orange juice concentrate
Ice cubes

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water just to a boil. Remove from the heat. Add tea bags; let stand for 10 minutes. Discard tea bags. , Pour tea into a large container. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, orange juice concentrate and remaining water. Refrigerate until chilled. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

When selecting citrus fruits, choose those that are heavy for their size and have smooth, unblemished skin.
To zest citrus fruits, use a sharp grater or a zester. Avoid grating the white pith, as it is bitter.
To juice citrus fruits, use a citrus juicer or a reamer. If you don't have a citrus juicer, you can also cut the fruit in half and squeeze the juice out using your hands.
Honey can be substituted with other sweeteners, such as sugar, maple syrup, or agave nectar. However, honey has a unique flavor that complements the citrus and green tea very well.
Green tea can be brewed using loose leaves or tea bags. If you are using loose leaves, use about 2 teaspoons of tea leaves for every 8 ounces of water. If you are using tea bags, use 1 tea bag for every 8 ounces of water.
Citrus honey green tea can be served hot or cold. If you are serving it hot, let it steep for 3-5 minutes before straining. If you are serving it cold, let it steep for at least 1 hour, or overnight.

Conclusion:

Citrus honey green tea is a delicious and refreshing beverage that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it hot or cold, sweet or tart, citrus honey green tea is a great way to enjoy the benefits of green tea and citrus fruits.