Description
Homemade Mango Iced Tea is a refreshing, tropical twist on traditional iced tea, combining the natural sweetness of ripe mango with the smooth taste of black tea. It’s perfect for hot days, offering a flavorful, cooling drink for any occasion.
Ingredients
4 cups water
4 black tea bags
1 ripe mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup honey (or sweetener of choice)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (optional)
Ice cubes
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes.
- While the tea is steeping, place the diced mango in a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth.
- Once the tea has steeped, remove the tea bags and stir in honey (or your sweetener of choice) until fully dissolved.
- In a large pitcher, combine the brewed tea with the mango puree and fresh lime juice, if using. Stir well.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes, then pour the mango iced tea over the ice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, tropical flavors!
Notes
- Sweetener Substitutes: Use agave syrup, stevia, or maple syrup as alternatives to honey.
- Tea Variations: Green tea, white tea, or herbal teas like hibiscus can be used for unique flavor profiles.
- Mango Variations: Add more mango or use frozen mango chunks for a slushy effect.
- Add Spices: For a spiced twist, add cinnamon or ginger to the tea while steeping.
- Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat the tea if you prefer it warm, but add the ice and mango puree freshly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approx. 1 cup)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
