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A luxurious citrus-herb green tea that puts store-bought drinks to shame. This fragrant mix blends zesty orange, woodsy rosemary, and top-quality green tea for a naturally sweet and layered drink that'll wow your taste buds.
This cool tea combo first showed up at a backyard gathering where folks thought it was some fancy mixed drink. The clever pairing of herbs with citrus gave it such a classy vibe that everyone was asking for the recipe.
Essential Components
- Green Tea: High-end dragon well or sencha makes the perfect gentle foundation
- Oranges: Pick extra juicy ones that smell amazing
- Rosemary: Green, aromatic stems straight from the garden
- Honey: Pure, unpasteurized for authentic sweetness
- Ginger: Young roots with tight, unblemished skin
- Lemons: Standard or Meyer types for that zingy kick
Brewing Steps
- Herb Mixture:
- Bring water with ginger slices and rosemary to a gentle boil. Take off heat and mix in honey until it's all melted. Let it get completely cold in a glass container.
- Tea Foundation:
- Brew green tea following box instructions, watching closely to avoid bitterness. Let it cool down fully before chilling.
- Putting It Together:
- Pour the filtered herb mix into your serving jug. Add your cold tea and freshly squeezed citrus. Stir lightly. Pour over ice cubes and top with rosemary sprigs and orange slices.
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The ginger brings an unexpected warmth that gets thumbs up from tea lovers and doubters too. Its gentle heat makes this drink feel extra fancy and worth the effort.
Time Management
The magic happens when you don't rush. Give herbs plenty of time to release their flavors while keeping an eye on the tea to get that perfect taste.
Food Pairings
Goes great with little bites like herb-topped cheese toasts or seasonal fruits. The drink's balanced taste works nicely with both sweet treats and savory snacks.
Different Takes
Try swapping in white or oolong teas, fresh mint leaves, or other sweeteners like real maple syrup to create your own signature version.
Keeping Fresh
Store in the fridge in glass bottles for up to two days. Keep ice out until serving and add fresh citrus when you're ready to drink.
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This fancy drink comes from countless kitchen tests mixing different teas. The thoughtful blend of citrus, herbs and quality tea makes for a special beverage you'll want to show off.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Is it okay to prepare this drink ahead of time?
- Definitely! Make it up to a day in advance, and keep it cold until you're ready to enjoy.
- → How long does this drink stay fresh?
- It stays good for 3 days if stored in the fridge with a lid on.
- → Can I use rosemary that’s dried instead of fresh?
- Sure! Although fresh rosemary is the best, dried works too. Use about 1 teaspoon per sprig as a swap.
- → Is there a way to leave out sugar from this recipe?
- Of course! Swap honey for a sugar-free alternative like monk fruit or stevia. Add until it tastes just right to you.
- → What type of green tea works best?
- Most kinds of green tea will do, but Sencha or Gunpowder have a nice mild flavor that pairs well.