Best 2 Orange Earl Grey Iced Tea Recipes

The combination of orange and Earl Grey tea is a delightful blend of citrusy and floral notes that creates a refreshing and flavorful iced tea. This article will provide you with a recipe for making the perfect orange Earl Grey iced tea, along with tips on choosing the right tea and brewing it properly. You'll learn how to infuse the tea with orange flavor and adjust the sweetness to your preference. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer drink or a soothing afternoon pick-me-up, this orange Earl Grey iced tea recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds.

Let's cook with our recipes!

EARL GREY ICED TEA

Earl Grey Iced Tea image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories beverage

Time 1h25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 cup water
5 cups water
5 Earl Grey tea bags
4 dried or fresh lemon slices, plus extra for garnish (see Cook's Note)
Ice
Sparkling water

Steps:

For the syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer until the sugar has dissolved, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and allow the syrup to cool, about 20 minutes.
For the tea: In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the tea bags and lemon slices. Let the mixture cool to room temperature, about 1 hour. Remove the tea bags and discard.
Pour the syrup and tea mixture into an ice-filled pitcher. Pour into glasses and add a splash of sparkling water. Garnish with lemon slices and serve.

ORANGE-EARL GREY ICED TEA

Orange-Earl Grey Iced Tea image

From EatingWell Magazine (JulAug 2009): Get a little pick-me-up with this orange-infused Earl Grey iced tea. Tea is rich in flavonoids that my help reduce your risk of Alzheimer's and diabetes, plus help you have healthier teeth and gums and stronger bones. You can help preserve the flavonioids in iced tea by adding something acidic - like the orange juice in this recipe. Use Splenda for a more diabetic-friendly tea. NOTE: prep/cook time does not include 2-hour chill time.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 8 1-cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/4 cup loose earl grey tea or 12 earl grey tea bags
peel of 1 orange, plus orange wedges for garnish
4 cups boiling water
3/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup sugar (or Splenda)
4 cups cold water

Steps:

Steep loose tea (or tea bags) and orange peel in boiling water for 3 to 5 minutes.
Strain the tea (or remove tea bags and orange peel) and pour into a large pitcher.
Stir in orange juice and sugar (or Splenda) until the sugar (or Splenda) is dissolved. Add cold water.
Refrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.
Serve over ice with orange wedges, if desired.

Tips:

When brewing Earl Grey tea for this recipe, use loose-leaf tea for the best flavor.
Adjust the amount of orange zest and juice you add to suit your personal preference for citrus flavor.
For a sweeter iced tea, add more honey or simple syrup to taste.
Serve the iced tea immediately, or store it in the refrigerator for later.
Garnish the iced tea with orange slices or zest for an extra pop of flavor and color.

Conclusion:

This Orange Earl Grey Iced Tea is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that is perfect for enjoying on a warm day. With its delicate citrus notes and the addition of orange zest and juice, this iced tea is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Serve it at your next gathering or enjoy it as a special treat for yourself.