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Mint Tea Punch

This Mint Tea Punch is a light, citrusy, and refreshing Southern-style drink that combines black tea, fresh mint, orange juice, and lemon juice for a naturally sweetened, cooling beverage. Perfect for hot summer days, it pairs beautifully with Cajun, BBQ, or spicy foods, making it a crowd-pleasing addition to any gathering.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

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To make this refreshing Southern-style tea punch, you’ll need:

  • Tea Base:

    • 3 cups boiling water

    • 12 sprigs fresh mint

    • 4 tea bags (black tea preferred)

  • Sweetener & Citrus Flavor:

    • 1 cup white sugar

    • 1 cup orange juice

    • ¼ cup lemon juice

    • 5 cups cold water

  • Garnish:

    • 3 orange slices

    • 3 lemon slices

Instructions

  1. Steep the Tea:

    • Place tea bags and mint sprigs in a large pitcher.

    • Pour boiling water over them and let steep for 8 minutes.

    • Remove and discard the tea bags and mint, squeezing out excess liquid.

  2. Sweeten the Tea:

    • Stir in sugar while the tea is still warm until completely dissolved.

  3. Add Citrus & Cold Water:

    • Pour in orange juice, lemon juice, and cold water, stirring well to combine.

  4. Serve & Garnish:

    • Serve over ice cubes, garnished with orange and lemon slices.

  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Category: Beverage / Drink
  • Cuisine: Southern / American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 10
  • Calories: 94 per serving