Raspberry and Spearmint Iced Tea

Cool off with a glass of Raspberry and Spearmint Iced Tea, a vibrant and refreshing beverage that combines the boldness of black tea with the natural sweetness of juicy raspberries and the invigorating aroma of fresh spearmint. Perfect for summer, this easy-to-make recipe is naturally sweetened with honey and garnished with lemon slices, whole raspberries, and extra mint for a touch of elegance. Lightly mashed raspberries and mint leaves are infused into freshly brewed tea, then strained for a smooth and flavorful drink that's served over ice for the ultimate thirst-quencher. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or simply relaxing on the porch, this stunning iced tea is sure to impress and rejuvenate.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Water
• 4 pieces Black tea bags
• 1 cup Fresh raspberries
• 15 pieces Fresh spearmint leaves
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 4 pieces Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Additional raspberries (optional, for garnish)
• 5 pieces Additional mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.

Step 3

While the tea is steeping, lightly mash the fresh raspberries in a bowl using a fork or spoon. This helps release their juices.

Step 4

After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags and stir in the honey until fully dissolved.

Step 5

Add the mashed raspberries and the fresh spearmint leaves to the tea. Stir gently to combine, then let the mixture sit for 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.

Step 6

Strain the tea through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove the raspberry seeds and mint leaves.

Step 7

Add 2 cups of cold water to the pitcher to dilute the tea and allow it to cool further. Stir to combine.

Step 8

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the raspberry and spearmint iced tea over the ice.

Step 9

Garnish each glass with a lemon slice, a few whole raspberries, and a mint leaf, if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Raspberry and Spearmint Iced Tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2072.1 grams (2072.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	233

Total Fat 0.50g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 51mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 61.80g	22%
Dietary Fiber 4.90g	18%
Total Sugars 55.00g
Protein 1.60g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 129mg	10%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 188mg	4%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.7%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 95.8%