8 iced tea recipes: easy and quick to make at home

It's poetic to say that the sun caresses us with warmth, but the afternoon heat is frightful and while we keep out of it, there's nothing more pleasant than the refreshing coolness of a perfectly brewed glass of iced tea. In a world taken over by sugary syrups and packaged ready-made solutions full of artificial enhancers, taking the initiative to make their homemade alteranatives is a feat. In this blog post, we'll take a look at a few delicious recipes for homemade iced tea that will bring you priceless satisfaction in addition to freshness and significant health benefits. Including a little helper is advisable if you have one on hand.

Healthy Approach - Fresh Approach

Before we dive into refreshing combinations and recipes, it's good to note the importance of their healthy nature. Avoiding refined sugar and artificial additives is essential. The other important aspect is to be mindful of the environment - avoid disposable straws that pollute not just the planet, but our bodies with the much-hyped BPOs.

Recipes for homemade iced tea that we find ingenious - black and green tea

Iced tea with lemon and basil

What we like about it - The combination of the mild herbaceousness of green tea with the vibrant taste of lemon and the aromatic touch of basil creates a refreshing symphony of flavours.

 

 

• 2 sachets green tea
• 3 cups hot water
• Half a lemon, sliced thinly
• 6 fresh basil leaves
• real honey, optional

 

 

Iced tea with coconut and lime

What we like about it - The rich, strong notes of black tea, softened by the tropical sweetness and softness of coconut and the fresh note of lime. The blending of these flavors, brings a heavenly taste to every sip.

 

 

• 2 sachets black tea
• half a lime
• 3 cups heated coconut water
• real honey, optional

 

 

Iced peach and ginger tea

What we like about it - The delicate sweetness of the peach mixed with the warming spiciness of the ginger, against a backdrop of grounding green tea. This harmonious combination provides a smooth and balanced taste that soothes and invigorates in equal measure, making it a great choice for a relaxing summer afternoon, with a book in the hammock.

 

 

• 2 sachets green tea
• 1 peach cut into slices
• 4 ginger rounds
• 3 cups hot water
• real honey, optional

 

 

Iced tea blackberries and mint

What we love about it - The earthy elegance of green tea, accentuated by the vibrant sweetness of blackberries and cooling mint. This combination provides a tempting interplay of flavours.

 

 

• 2 sachets green tea
• 3 cups hot water
• Half cup fresh blackberries
• 6 fresh mint leaves
• real honey, optional

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recipe source and images by A Sweet Pea Chef

Classic decaffeinated combinations we adore

Iced tea with berries, hibiscus and mint

Recipe source and image credit: This worhey life

What we like about it - a wonderful combination of hibiscus and berry teas, enlivened by mint, a drizzle of honey and an orange slice. This combination is a symphony of flavours that we don't even know how to describe and we're telling you - try it.

 

 

• 1 tea bags of hibiscus (aka cardoon)
• 1 tea bag of berries
• 1 heaped tablespoon crushed cranberries
• 2 mint leaves
• 1 tablespoon honey
• orange slice
• a sprig of fresh mint

 

 

 

 

 

Iced tea with rooibos and peaches

Recipe source and image: Heute and Healthy Living

What we love about it is how it combines the unique earthiness of Roybos tea with the luscious sweetness of fresh peaches, creating a perfectly balanced drink. The addition of mint leaves brings an invigorating coolness.

 

 

• 3 tea bags of Roybos
• 3 large sliced peaches
• Half a glass of cold water
• 4 cups hot water
• real honey, optional
• slices of fresh peaches for garnish
• fresh mint leaves

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preparing your masterpiece:

About Iced tea with rooibos and peaches:

Only this tea requires a little more advance preparation, but we promise you it's worth it.

1. Let the sliced peaches boil in the cold water for 15 minutes, and once cooled, blend them, pass through a strainer and let cool.
2. Meanwhile, boil the tea as directed, remove the bags after 5 minutes and allow to cool.
3. Mix the tea with the peach syrup and honey.
4. Garnish with fresh peach slices, mint and ice if desired.

For all other recipes, the preparation instructions are the same:

1. Brew the tea as directed          

2. Add all ingredients, except the heated liquid, to a 1 litre container*.

3. Pour the hot water into the pot and boil for 15 minutes. Then remove the tea bags.

4. Place in the refrigerator to cool completely for 3-4 hours to release the flavors.

5. Pour into a glass with ice and share with a friend. Sharing is caring!

*for larger quantity increase the measures proportionally

While you're wondering which of the ingenious homemade iced tea recipes to make, head to the kitchen and remember that your creativity has no limits. Boldly experiment with your own favorite combinations, herbs and fruits.

Stay cool!