How to Make Iced Pomegranate Green Tea

When the weather starts to get warmer, for me that means only one thing--it's time to make iced tea! Sure, I like the standard formula of brewing black or green tea and pouring it over ice--but I also love making my own iced tea blends combining juices and herbs in fun ways. This iced pomegranate and green tea blend is one of my favorites!

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• 4 cups water
• Medium saucepan
• 2 green tea bags
• 2 cups pomegranate juice
• Pitcher or jar
• Ice
• Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

1. Boil water in the saucepan. Turn off the heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes and remove bags.

2. Let the tea cool for about 30 minutes. Add pomegranate juice.

3. At this point, you can either add ice to a pitcher, pour in the tea and serve--or you can add the tea to a jar and refrigerate it. It will keep for up to 3 days.

4. Spearmint leaves make a very pleasant garnish and infuse a minty flavor into the tea. This step, however, is optional.

Tips & Warnings

• I always choose the highest quality green tea possible. I find that the standard supermarket varieties are a little too bitter for my taste. Experiment with different types, but it is a matter of personal preference.

• You can substitute any juice for the pomegranate such as blueberry or grape.

• Add some sparkling water or ginger beer just before serving for a festive punch for entertaining.