Our favorite teas for iced tea, from fruity lemonades to mint and hibiscus.
Fruit blends like Orange Lemonade, Pineapple Mojito, Fuzzy Peach and Superfruit Mango are bright and naturally sweet over ice. Watermelon Mint Agua and Cucumber Lemon Refresher are cooling, and Pure Hibiscus brews a vivid red cup.
For a tea-based iced tea, try Moroccan Mint or White Champagne. If you want iced tea in minutes, see cold brew tea.
Brew the tea double strength, using twice the usual amount of leaves, then pour it over a glass full of ice. The ice dilutes it to the right strength.
Add 2 to 3 teaspoons of tea per 8 oz of cold water and refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours, then strain. Cold brewing gives a smooth, less bitter taste.
Fruit blends, hibiscus, mint and rooibos are caffeine-free. Moroccan Mint and white tea blends contain caffeine.