Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
Sip on this Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea for a cool, invigorating pick-me-up. After making this many times, I’ve discovered that using fresh lemon verbena leaves makes all the difference. The fresh, citrusy notes pair perfectly with the crisp mint. Try it with my Crispy Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Sriracha Aioli or Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Slow Cooker Recipe. Jump to Recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Asian Tuna Cakes with Spicy Sriracha Aioli and Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta Slow Cooker Recipe.
Why This Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe Is Pure Comfort
- It's incredibly refreshing on hot summer days
- The combination of mint and lemon verbena is uniquely delicious
- It's easy to make and perfect for serving a crowd
What You'll Need for Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Water
- Sugar
- Lemon Verbena Leaves
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Lemon Juice
- Lemon Verbena
- Mint
- Lemon
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Lemon Verbena Leaves: You can find these at specialty grocery stores or online.
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How to Make Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
- Step 1: Bring water to a boil. Remove from heat and add sugar, stirring until dissolved.
- Step 2: Add lemon verbena leaves and mint leaves. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture and stir in lemon juice. Chill until cold. Serve over ice.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
- Common mistake and fix: Don't oversteep the tea leaves to avoid bitterness. If it happens, add more water and lemon juice to dilute.
- : For a stronger flavor, use more lemon verbena leaves.
- : You can make this iced tea ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
Storing & Reheating Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. Make-ahead tip: Yes, make ahead and store in the fridge.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger flavor, use more lemon verbena leaves.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the lemon verbena with lemon zest for a similar flavor.
- Make-ahead: Yes, make ahead and store in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to scale up or down depending on how many servings you need.
- Troubleshooting: If your iced tea is too strong, add more water and lemon juice to dilute it.
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Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Water
- Sugar
- Lemon Verbena Leaves
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Lemon Juice
Seasonings
- Lemon Verbena
- Mint
- Lemon
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring water to a boil. Remove from heat and add sugar, stirring until dissolved.
- Step 2: Add lemon verbena leaves and mint leaves. Let steep for 10 minutes.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture and stir in lemon juice. Chill until cold. Serve over ice.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a stronger flavor, use more lemon verbena leaves.
- Best substitution: You can substitute the lemon verbena with lemon zest for a similar flavor.
- Make-ahead: Yes, make ahead and store in the fridge.
- Scaling: This recipe is easy to scale up or down depending on how many servings you need.
- Troubleshooting: If your iced tea is too strong, add more water and lemon juice to dilute it.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
- Make ahead: Yes, make ahead and store in the fridge.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 45
- Protein: 0g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe FAQs
Yes, you can make this iced tea ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to a week.
You may have oversteeped the tea leaves. To fix this, add more water and lemon juice to dilute the bitterness.
No, freezing will change the texture of the tea and make it watery.
No, the air fryer is not suitable for making iced tea.
You can substitute the lemon verbena with lemon zest for a similar flavor.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Refreshing Mint and Lemon Verbena Iced Tea Recipe and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
