ICED TEA RECIPE | Lime Mandarin Red Robe Tea 🍋🟩🍊
Base Tea: Red Robe Tea (available online and in-stores at Seven TeaHouse!)
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Additional Ingredients:
🍋🟩Fresh Lime
🍊Mandarin
🍯Simple Syrup
🧊Ice
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Step 1️⃣: Steep 5 g of red robe (da hong pao) tea for 10 minutes in 200 ml of hot water at 212°F.
Step 2️⃣: Filter the tea and add some ice (not too much if you would like a stronger flavor).
Step 3️⃣: Smash one mandarin, two slices of limes, and ice in a separate shaker cup.
Step 4️⃣: Add 45 ml of simple syrup (1:1 sugar & water).
Step 5️⃣: Pour the brewed red robe tea into the mix, and shake properly.
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Enjoy, and tag us if you make this drink at home! 😎☀️🏖️
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Red Robe Tea, also known as Da Hong Pao, is a premium variety of roasted oolong tea renowned for its rich, smoky, and malty flavor profile. Incorporating fresh citrus elements like lime and mandarin enhances the tea's natural complexity, creating a vibrant and refreshing iced tea perfect for warm weather. When brewing Red Robe Tea for iced tea, steeping 5 grams in boiling water at 212°F (100°C) for around 10 minutes ensures a robust extraction of flavors without excessive bitterness. Filtering before chilling helps maintain clarity and smoothness. Balancing the iced tea with a simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water) adds just the right amount of sweetness to complement the citrus's tartness. The combination of smashed mandarin and lime slices not only infuses aromatic oils but also delivers a refreshing, tangy character that perfectly pairs with the smoky, roasted notes of Red Robe Tea. Shaking the mixture with ice chills the tea quickly while blending the flavors harmoniously. Using quality ingredients like fresh citrus and authentic Red Robe Tea from trusted sources, such as Seven TeaHouse, ensures an elevated tea experience. This iced tea recipe is ideal for tea enthusiasts, home brewers, and anyone interested in exploring unique, flavorful cold brew tea options. For added variety, variations could include experimenting with different citrus fruits or adjusting the sweetness levels to suit personal preferences. This iced tea drink not only refreshes but also offers health benefits associated with oolong tea, such as antioxidants and mild metabolism support. Enjoy this Lime Mandarin Red Robe Iced Tea on sunny afternoons or as a classy beverage for tea parties and gatherings. Remember to share your creations on social media and tag the source to connect with a community of tea lovers.