Summer Citrus Refresher

This Summer Citrus Refresher is a delightful and revitalizing non-alcoholic beverage made with a harmonious blend of freshly brewed black tea, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness. It’s the perfect thirst-quencher for those scorching hot days!

Summer Citrus Refresher

A refreshing and revitalizing blend of freshly brewed black tea, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 family-sized black tea bag
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar, optional
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Peel of 1 lemon, no pith
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cold water
  • Ice
  • Lemon wheel for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small pot, bring water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and steep the black tea bag for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bag.
  2. If using, stir in the granulated sugar until completely dissolved. Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine lemon peels, granulated sugar, and cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat once the sugar is fully dissolved. Let it simmer for 10 minutes, then strain out the lemon peels.
  4. Add ice and a lemon wheel to a glass pitcher.
  5. Pour in the fresh lemon juice, brewed tea, and lemon simple syrup.
  6. Stir well with a long spoon.
  7. Serve the Summer Citrus Refresher chilled.