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Homemade Mango Iced Tea Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant homemade mango iced tea combining the boldness of black tea with the tropical sweetness of fresh mango and a tangy hint of lime. Perfectly chilled and lightly sweetened, this beverage is an ideal summer drink to cool down and energize.

Ingredients

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Tea

  • 2 tsp black tea
  • 4 cups water

Mango Mixture

  • 2 medium-sized mangoes (approx 350 grams of pulp)
  • 1 lime (approx 3 to 4 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice)
  • 2 tbsp sugar or sweetener of your choice
  • Ice cubes as required

Instructions

  1. Boil and steep the black tea: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil using an electric kettle or stovetop. Transfer the hot water to a pitcher and add the 2 tsp of black tea. Allow it to steep for 5 to 7 minutes to extract a strong flavor. Afterwards, strain the tea leaves and refrigerate the brewed tea for 1 to 2 hours to cool completely.
  2. Prepare mango tea mixture: In a blender, add the brewed black tea, freshly squeezed lime juice (3 to 4 tablespoons), fresh mango pulp from the 2 medium mangoes, and desired amount of ice cubes according to your preference.
  3. Blend and sweeten: Blend the ingredients on high speed until smooth and well combined. Taste the mixture for sweetness, then add 2 tablespoons of sugar or your preferred sweetener. Blend again briefly to mix the sweetener evenly.
  4. Serve chilled: Pour the mango iced tea into serving glasses or a pitcher. Refrigerate if needed to keep cold. Add extra ice cubes to glasses before serving for an extra cooling effect. Enjoy your homemade mango iced tea fresh and chilled.

Notes

  • You can brew the black tea in advance and keep it refrigerated to save time.
  • Adjust the sweetness according to your taste or use alternatives like honey or agave nectar.
  • If mangoes are not in season, frozen mango pulp can be used as a substitute.
  • Ensure to blend well for a smooth texture without chunks of mango pulp.
  • Serve immediately or within a few hours for optimal freshness and flavor.

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