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  4. 14 Refreshing Iced Teas

14 Refreshing Iced Teas

Updated May 01, 2008
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Our iced tea recipes mix fresh ingredients with the Southern classic for a tall glass of relaxation.

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Chamomile-Strawberry-Orange Cold-Brewed Tea

Chamomile Strawberry Orange Brewed Tea
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Chamomile-Strawberry-Orange Cold-Brewed Tea Recipe

Fruit adds sweetness to this refreshing drink. If you wish, substitute raspberries for the strawberries, or drop in a sprig of lemon verbena to boost the aromatic citrus.

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Pomegranate and Lime Iced Tea

Pomegranate and Lime Iced Tea
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Pomegranate and Lime Iced Tea Recipe

Keep cool and pom on. Beat the heat with this seriously chill iced tea.

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Classic Sweet Tea

Classic Sweet Tea
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Classic Sweet Tea Recipe

We love this recipe because it's got strong tea flavor without being bitter, and it's sweet but not cloying.

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Lemonade Iced Tea

Lemonade Iced Tea
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Lemonade Iced Tea Recipe

This refreshing drink combines two summer favorites—lemonade and iced tea. Turn this into a cocktail by adding bourbon or spiced dark rum.

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Mint Tea

Mint Tea
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Mint Tea Recipe

Finish a casual back-porch dinner party with mint tea, served chilled. Fresh spearmint and sugar add just the right punch to the green tea. Pair with a menu inspired by food from Morocco or the West Indies.

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Lemon Verbena Iced Tea

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Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe

Add an herbal flair to your favorite sweet tea with verbena leaves, which lend a potent lemon flavor to any drink. Cook sugar and water first to supersaturate the mixture. Then add to boiled verbena leaves and let chill overnight to marry the flavors. Pour tea into glasses first, and then top with the sugar syrup. Garnish with mint.

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Peach Iced Tea

Peach Iced Tea

Peach Iced Tea Recipe

Combine freshly brewed or store-bought tea with canned peach nectar, sugar, and lime juice for a sweet summer afternoon drink with just a hint of tart flavor. This beverage keeps well, so make a big batch and store some in the fridge for thirsty drop-in visitors.

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Marian's Iced Tea

Marian's Iced Tea

Marian's Iced Tea Recipe

Just because the Kentucky Derby is over doesn't mean that a Southern classic has to be sent to the pasture for the rest of the season. This tea holds all the tasty secrets of the mint julep–mint and bourbon–and adds fresh lemon, lime, and sweetened tea to create a summer-ready drink for the adults in your circle.

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Mock Tea Sangría

Mock Tea Sangría
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Mock Tea Sangría Recipe

Finally, a sangría that even the kiddos can enjoy. Grape juice, lemon, lime, orange soft drink, and puréed raspberries give this ruby-red drink its great flavor.

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Watermelon and Basil Iced Tea

Watermelon and Basil Iced Tea
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Watermelon and Basil Iced Tea Recipe

Obviously, we’re into infusing your tea with fresh, in-season fruits. Watermelon wedges add a light sweetness and make for a gorgeous presentation.

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Hibiscus Tea Punch

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Hibiscus Tea Punch Recipe

Accent the floral flavor of the hibiscus tea with sparkling apple cider. This cool drink fits perfectly at the family picnic or an afternoon poolside with friends.

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Iced Hibiscus Sweet Tea

Iced Hibiscus Sweet Tea
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Iced Hibiscus Sweet Tea Recipe

Offer beautiful, ruby red Iced Hibiscus Sweet Tea as a refreshing alternative to regular iced tea.

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Blackberry Iced Tea

Blackberry Iced Tea

Blackberry Iced Tea Recipe

Make this sweet, plum-hued beverage year-round by using fresh or frozen blackberries. Crush sugared blackberries with a wooden spoon, then mix with mint and baking soda. Combine with tea and let stand for an hour before straining. Add water, and chill before serving.

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Sparkling Cranberry Tea Cocktails

Sparkling Cranberry Tea Cocktails
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Sparkling Cranberry Tea Cocktails Recipe

Serve an adults-only tea, flavored with orange liqueur, for neighborhood happy hour gatherings. This recipe is a great make-ahead option. Simply brew the tea and mix with cranberry juice, vodka, and liqueur; then chill. Add ginger ale just before serving to give it a refreshing fizzy sensation.

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Iced Mint Tea

Iced Mint Tea
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Iced Mint Tea Recipe

To infuse the tea with the most mint flavor, refrigerate with the mint sprigs. But if you prefer a lighter mint taste, let the sprigs steep for 5 minutes, then remove before chilling. Traditional mint tea tends to be very sweet, so feel free to tailor the amount of sugar to your taste.

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Sunset Palmer

Sunset Palmer
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Sunset Palmer Recipe

This gentler version of the classic Arnold Palmer features lemongrass, lemon verbena, lemon balm, and lemon zest.

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Minty Iced Green Tea

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Minty Iced Green Tea Recipe

Fresh mint leaves and green tea make this iced tea a summer standout. Sweeten with honey or agave if you desire.

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    1 of 17 Chamomile-Strawberry-Orange Cold-Brewed Tea
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    3 of 17 Classic Sweet Tea
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