MINTED ICED TEA WITH ORANGE-BLOSSOM WATER

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This came out of the local newpaper. I am always looking for new and original alternatives to soda, especially for summer.

Provided by Cecily Parsley

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 16 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

7 orange pekoe tea bags
12 sprigs of fresh mint
3 lemons, peeled and juiced
8 cups boiling water
1 1/2 cups superfine sugar
8 cups cold water
1/3 cup orange blossom water
mint sprigs and lemon slice (to garnish)

Steps:

  • Steep tea bags in boiling water, add mint, sugar and lemon peel. Stir until sugar dissolves. Allow to stand for up to four hours. Discard lemon peel and mint. Strain lemon juice and add to tea. Add cold water and orange blossom water, and plenty of ice cubes.
  • Serve in tall, clear glasses, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.
  • Orange blossom water is available in Middle Eastern grocery stores, and in the specialty aisles of some supermarkets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 102.2, Fat 0.1, Sodium 7.1, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 25, Protein 0.3

Ruqiyo Daahir
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This tea is a delicious and healthy way to stay hydrated during the hot summer months.


Arickb Tmz
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If you're looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make iced tea recipe, this is it! It's perfect for summer sipping.


Christian Robson
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I have to be honest, I was skeptical at first because iced tea recipes can be tricky, but with this one I was more than satisfied. So yummy!


Sayreen Tako
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I've tried before to make iced tea but I have to say that this one is the one I liked the most! It is not too sweet and not too sour, so refreshing!


raja zahid
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This tea is so refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day. I love the orange blossom so much.


Ismaeel Sheikh
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I've tried many iced tea recipes, but this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Adreesahmad_0
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have a delicious iced tea in just a few minutes.


Sakura lindley
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This is my new favorite iced tea recipe. It's so refreshing and delicious.


Sasa Pekvic
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I made this tea for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Temilolu Fowosola
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This recipe is a keeper! I've already made it several times and it's always a hit.


Dandy Isaac
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I'm not usually a fan of iced tea, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so delicious!


Akhtar Gull
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This tea was so easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mohammed Abdulai
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I loved the combination of mint and orange blossom water. It was so refreshing!


Rony Dey
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The orange blossom water added a unique and refreshing flavor to the tea.


Md Sharitul Islam
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This minted iced tea was the perfect drink for a hot summer day.