When the weather heats up, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a cold, refreshing glass of iced tea. But let’s be honest, sometimes the same old iced tea can get a little boring, right?

That’s why I’ve rounded up 10 super easy and delicious iced tea recipes to help you beat the heat and add some excitement to your drink routine.

These aren’t basic iced tea recipes! We’re talking fruity flavors, spicy kicks, and even some herbal twists.

You can easily make these ice tea recipes at home and enjoy while chilling by the pool, hosting a BBQ, or just need a little afternoon pick-me-up, these recipes are guaranteed to keep you cool and refreshed all summer long.

1- Classic Iced Tea / Sweet Tea

The Southern classic! Refreshing and sweet, this is a simple yet beloved beverage.

Ingredients:

• 1-gallon water
• 4-5 black tea bags (or equivalent loose leaf)
• ¾ to 1 cup sugar
• Lemon slices (optional)

Instructions:

1- Brew strong tea concentrate by steeping tea bags in 1 quart of boiling water for 5-7 minutes.

2- Remove tea bags, and dissolve sugar in hot tea.

3- Add 3 quarts of cold water.

4- Chill and serve over ice with lemon.

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2- Peach Ginger Iced Tea

A perfect blend of sweet peaches and spicy ginger, perfect for a refreshing kick.

Ingredients:

• 1-quart water
• 4-5 black tea bags
• 1 inch fresh ginger, thinly sliced
• 2 fresh peaches, sliced
• Sugar or honey, to taste

Instructions:

1- Brew black tea with ginger slices steeped in during the last 2 minutes.

2- Remove tea bags, and add peach slices while the tea is warm.

3- Sweeten to taste.

4- Infuse in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

5- Strain and serve chilled over ice.

3- Mint Mojito Iced Tea

A Mint Mojito Iced Tea is a refreshing blend of mint, lime, and tea, perfect for hot days. Here’s a simple recipe to make this iced tea.

Ingredients:

• 1½ cups fresh mint leaves, crushed
• 4 green tea bags
• 4 cups boiling water
• ½ cup fresh lime juice
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• Ice cubes
• 1 lime, thinly sliced
• Additional fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1- Place the crushed mint leaves and green tea bags in a heatproof bowl.

2- Pour the boiling water over the mint and tea bags. Let steep for 8 minutes.

3- Strain the mixture into a pitcher, discarding the mint leaves and tea bags.

4- Stir in the fresh lime juice and granulated sugar until the sugar dissolves.

5- Refrigerate the tea for at least 1 hour or until chilled.

6- To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lime slices and additional mint leaves.

4- Hibiscus Cinnamon Iced Tea

Hibiscus Cinnamon Iced Tea, also known as Té de Jamaica y Canela, is a delightful beverage that combines the tartness of hibiscus with the warm spice of cinnamon. This refreshing drink can be enjoyed both hot and cold, making it versatile for any season.

Here’s how you can prepare it:

Ingredients:

• 8 cups water
• 1 cup dried hibiscus flowers
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• Honey or sugar, to taste
• Lemon or lime slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1- In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil.

2- Once boiling, add the dried hibiscus flowers and cinnamon sticks to the water.

3- Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes.

4- After simmering, remove the pot from heat. Cover it with a lid and allow the tea to steep for approximately 1 hour, or until it cools to room temperature.

5- Using a fine mesh strainer, pour the tea into a pitcher to remove the hibiscus flowers and cinnamon sticks.

6- Add honey or sugar to the strained tea, stirring well until the desired sweetness is achieved.

7- For a warm beverage, reheat the tea gently on the stove. For a chilled version, refrigerate the tea until cold and serve over ice. Garnish with lemon or lime slices if desired.

This Hibiscus Cinnamon Iced Tea offers a perfect balance of tart and sweet flavors with a hint of spice, making it a delightful drink for any occasion.

5- Earl Grey Raspberry Iced Tea Recipe – A Perfect Afternoon Refresher!

Earl Grey Raspberry Iced Tea is a delightful blend that combines the robust, citrus-infused notes of Earl Grey tea with the sweet tartness of fresh raspberries. This refreshing beverage is perfect for warm afternoons or as a sophisticated addition to any gathering.

Here’s how you can prepare it:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 4 Earl Grey tea bags
• 1 cup fresh raspberries (frozen raspberries can be used if fresh are unavailable)
• 1/4 cup honey (adjust to taste)
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1- Brew the Tea: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the Earl Grey tea bags. Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags.

2- Add Raspberries and Sweetener: While the tea is still warm, add the fresh raspberries and honey. Gently mash the raspberries to release their juices and stir to combine.

3- Cool the Mixture: Allow the raspberry-infused tea to cool to room temperature.

4- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice.

5- Chill the Tea: Transfer the mixture to a pitcher and refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, approximately 1-2 hours.

6- Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the chilled Earl Grey raspberry tea over the ice. Garnish with additional fresh raspberries and mint leaves.

7- Enjoy: Serve immediately and savor the refreshing flavors.

This iced tea offers a harmonious blend of the bold, aromatic essence of Earl Grey and the natural sweetness of raspberries, complemented by a hint of honey and a splash of lemon. It’s an excellent choice for a cooling refreshment on a hot day or a charming beverage to serve at social gatherings.

Note: For a different twist, consider adding a splash of sparkling water before serving to introduce a fizzy element to this classic iced tea.

6- Jasmine Iced Tea Lemonade

Jasmine Green Iced Tea is a fragrant and refreshing beverage, perfect for warm days. Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this delightful drink:

Ingredients:

• 1 generous pinch of jasmine tea leaves
• 1/4 cup hot water
• Juice of one lime
• Honey to taste
• Lime slices for garnish

Instructions:

1- Steep the jasmine tea leaves in 1/4 cup of hot water for about four minutes.

2- Strain the brewed tea into a tall glass, leaving the leaves behind.

3- Add cold water to half-fill the glass.

4- Squeeze the juice of one lime into the glass.

5- Sweeten with honey to your taste, stirring until fully dissolved.

6- Add lime slices for garnish.

7- Fill the glass with ice cubes, stir, and enjoy your refreshing jasmine iced tea.

For a different variation, you might try a sweetened version using jasmine tea sachets and sugar. This method involves steeping the tea, adding sugar, and cooling the mixture before serving over ice.

Alternatively, an agave-sweetened jasmine iced tea offers a refined sugar-free option. This recipe uses jasmine green tea bags, and agave nectar, and can be prepared in advance for convenience.

7- Lemon Basil Iced Tea

Lemon Basil Iced Tea is a refreshing beverage that combines the zesty flavor of lemon with the subtle sweetness of basil, making it perfect for hot days.

Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this drink:

Ingredients:

• 8 cups boiling water
• 2 black tea bags
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 sprigs of fresh lemon basil (or regular basil if lemon basil is unavailable)
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices and additional basil leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1- Place the black tea bags in a heatproof pitcher and pour the boiling water over them. Let the tea steep for about 20 minutes.

2- While the tea is steeping, combine the sugar and basil leaves in a mortar and pestle. Gently muddle them together until the basil is fragrant and the sugar takes on a green hue.

3- Remove the tea bags from the pitcher and stir in the basil-infused sugar until it fully dissolves.

4- Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

5- Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil leaves.

This Lemon Basil Iced Tea offers a unique twist on traditional iced tea, providing a delightful blend of flavors that’s both refreshing and aromatic.

8- Raspberry Rose Iced Tea

Raspberry Rose Iced Tea is a delightful blend that combines the tartness of raspberries with the subtle floral notes of rose, creating a refreshing beverage perfect for warm days.

Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this drink:

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 4 bags of raspberry leaf tea
• 2 tablespoons rosewater
• ½ cup honey (adjust to taste)
• ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
• Ice cubes
• Fresh raspberries and rose petals for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1- Bring the water to a boil in a large pot. Add the raspberry leaf tea bags, cover, and let steep for 15-20 minutes.

2- Remove the tea bags. Stir in the honey until fully dissolved, then add the lemon juice and rosewater. Taste and adjust sweetness or rosewater as desired.

3- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

4- Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh raspberries and rose petals if using.

This Raspberry Rose Iced Tea offers a harmonious balance of fruity and floral flavors, making it a sophisticated choice for any occasion.

9- Coconut Lime Iced Tea

Coconut Lime Iced Tea is a refreshing beverage that combines the tropical flavors of coconut and lime with the crispness of iced tea.

Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this drink:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups boiling water
• 3-5 black tea bags
• 1/4 cup coconut syrup
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 3 cups ice or 4 cups cold water

Instructions:

1- Place the tea bags in the boiling water and allow them to steep for about 10 minutes.

2- Remove the tea bags and transfer the brewed tea to a pitcher.

3- Stir in the coconut syrup and lime juice until well combined.

4- Add the ice or cold water to the pitcher and stir to chill the tea.

5- Refrigerate until chilled and serve over ice.

10- Easy Apple Cinnamon Iced Tea Recipe

Apple Cinnamon Iced Tea is a delightful beverage that combines the crispness of apples with the warmth of cinnamon, offering a refreshing and flavorful experience.

Here’s a simple recipe to prepare this drink:

Ingredients:

• 6 cups water
• 2 tea bags (black or green tea)
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 small apple, thinly sliced
• 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup honey or sweetener of choice (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1- In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

2- Once boiling, add the cinnamon sticks and let them simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes to infuse the water with cinnamon flavor.

3- Turn off the heat, add the tea bags, and let them steep for 5 minutes.

4- Remove the tea bags and cinnamon sticks. Add the thinly sliced apple and lemon to the tea.

5- Stir in the honey or your preferred sweetener while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.

6- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until chilled.

7- Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled apple cinnamon tea over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

This Apple Cinnamon Iced Tea is perfect for warm days, offering a sweet and spicy flavor profile that’s both refreshing and comforting.

11- Easy Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea Recipe

Orange Cinnamon Iced Tea is a delightful beverage that combines the zesty flavor of oranges with the warm, aromatic notes of cinnamon, resulting in a refreshing and flavorful drink perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 black tea bags or 2 teaspoons loose black tea
• Juice of 2 navel oranges (approximately 1 cup)
• 2 tablespoons honey or to taste
• Ice cubes
• Lemon wedges and fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1- In a medium saucepan, combine the water and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the water with cinnamon flavor.

2- Add the black tea bags or loose tea to the saucepan. Continue to simmer for an additional 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.

3- Remove the saucepan from heat. Stir in the fresh orange juice and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.

4- Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until chilled.

5- Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon wedges and fresh mint leaves if desired.

12- Sweet & Spicy Cherry Ginger Iced Tea 

Sweet & Spicy Cherry Ginger Iced Tea is a refreshing and flavorful drink perfect for warm weather. It combines the richness of black tea, the sweetness of cherries, and the spicy warmth of ginger, all balanced with a touch of honey.

This tea is not only delicious but also easy to make and can be served over ice for a cooling summer treat.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups Water
• 2 Black tea bags
• 1 cup Fresh cherries, pitted and halved (or 1/2 cup cherry juice)
• 1-2 tbsp Fresh ginger, peeled and sliced
• 2-3 tbsp Honey (optional, adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes

Instructions:

1- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.

2- Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, then remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool slightly.

3- While the tea is steeping, peel and slice the fresh ginger. Pit and halve the fresh cherries, or measure out the cherry juice if using juice.

4- In a separate small saucepan, combine the sliced ginger and fresh cherries (or cherry juice) with 1 cup of water. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for about 5-10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

5- Strain the ginger and cherries (if using fresh cherries) from the mixture, and combine the infused liquid with the brewed tea in a large pitcher. Stir well to blend the flavors.

6- If you prefer a sweeter tea, add honey to taste while the mixture is still warm, stirring until fully dissolved.

7- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it until it is fully chilled.

8- Fill glasses or glass jars with ice cubes and pour the chilled Cherry Ginger Iced Tea over the ice. Enjoy!