CRANBERRY AND ORANGE ICED TEA

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A glass of cranberry-infused chilled tea is a flavour sensation and the ultimate thirst-quencher on a hot summer's day Time to prepare doesn't include 24 hours for ice cubes

Provided by Lavender Lynn

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 small orange
4 english breakfast tea bags
1 liter boiling water
1 liter cranberry juice
2 tablespoons caster sugar

Steps:

  • Use a vegetable peeler to peel the rind from the orange. Use a small sharp knife to remove the white pith from the rind.
  • Place the rind and tea bags in a large heatproof jug. Pour over the water. Set aside for 20 minutes to infuse.
  • Remove the tea bags and rind, and discard. Add the cranberry juice and sugar to the jug, and stir to combine.
  • Cut half the orange flesh into small pieces and divide among 2 ice cube trays. Pour the tea mixture among the trays. Place in the freezer overnight. Cover the remaining tea mixture with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill.
  • Remove the ice cubes from the trays and place in a serving jug. Pour over the tea mixture and serve.
  • Time plan tip: Prepare this recipe to the end of step 4 up to 1 day ahead. Continue from step 5 just before serving. Picnic tip: Divide the ice cubes and tea among airtight bottles or jugs. Transport in your esky.

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