The best iced tea gets even better with lemonade ice cubes. Easy to make, super refreshing, and perfect for sipping all summer long.
When it's hot outside and you're trying to avoid turning on the oven or moving much at all, the only thing I want is something cold and refreshing.
This iced tea recipe is my summer go-to, and I've added a fun twist that makes it even better: lemonade ice cubes!
They slowly melt into the tea, so the drink stays cold and flavorful instead of getting all watery and sad.
It's great to sip at backyard BBQs, front porch lounging, or just surviving a hot Tuesday afternoon.
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Ingedients
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- Bigelow English Teatime
- Fresh Mint
- Sliced lemons for Garnish
- Homemade Lemonade
For this recipe, I am using English Teatime because it is a basic black tea, but feel free to substitute it with your favorite tea flavor.
If you don't like sweetened tea or are trying to cut back on sugar, simply eliminate all sugar from the recipe, even in the ice cubes.
We drink unsweetened iced tea around here quite a bit. It's a great way to give the kids a special drink without lots of sugar.
How to Make Lemonade Ice Cubes
The lemonade I used is my own Lemonade Recipe. It is excellent to drink on its own, but it adds the perfect sweetness when frozen as ice cubes!
Cut up a few mint leaves and drop the small pieces into a dry ice cube tray.
Then fill with lemonade and freeze.
It will take about 3-4 hours for the cubes to freeze. These are great to make ahead and keep in the freezer.
Iced Tea Recipe with Lemonade Ice Cubes
Ingredients
- Homemade Lemonade Ice Cubes , recipe above
- 5 bags English Teatime
- 1 cup Sugar , or to taste
- 3 quarts Water , seperated
Instructions
- Bring 2 cups of water to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- Add your tea bags to the water and let them steep for 10 minutes.
- Add 1 cup of sugar (or to taste) to your pitcher, and add tea.
- Stir until sugar is dissolved.
- Fill the pitcher to make 3 quarts of tea.
- Let it chill in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
How to Store Iced Tea
To properly store iced tea, use a clean airtight container, like a bottle or pitcher, in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
For optimal freshness, enjoy within the first 24-48 hours.
Keep frozen lemonade ice cubes in the freezer for up to 6 months. They can be kept for up to a year, but they may lose flavor over time.
Final Thoughts
The best part of using lemonade ice cubes is no more watered-down tea!
As the ice cubes melt, the beverage stays cold longer and has the perfect blend of natural flavors. It really is refreshing.
More Summer Drinks
Still thirsty? Here are a few more delicious drinks for summer!
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Vivienne @ The V Spot
This is so smart!! 🙂 Looks delicious and refreshing!
Katie
Thanks Viv! : ) nothing better than a drink that isn't watered down!
Lizy @ http://justdipitinchocolate.blogspot.com/
Now why didn't I think about that!!!! Looks delicious and darn creative! I came to visit you from the French Cottage Party.
Thank you for sharing this tea perfect for a hot summer day! Have a great weekend!
Katie
Thank you so much Lizy!
Steph @ The Silly Pearl
This would soooo hit the spot right now (even though it's midnight)! I love those lemon cubes...so pretty and yummy!
Katie
Thanks so much Steph!
Paula
I know what we are having when we get home from church tomorrow. This is such an awesome post. I would love it if you would share this post at our WIW linky party. Hope you can join us!
Paula
ivyandelephants.blogspot.com
Kelly
I love iced tea in the summer. Thanks for partying with us over at LLR 🙂 HUGS!
Crystal
Love ice tea in the summer!! I drank 3 glasses at lunch, but I sweeten mine with Truvia. You should be happy that you are in Wisconsin. It was 111 degrees today in Houston. Super hot!! That's probably why I drank so much tea and water. LOL!! Thanks for the ice cube idea. Perfect!!
Christy @ Creating a Beautiful Life
What a clever idea! Being from the south myself, I always have tea in the fridge in summer. I'm visiting from the A Pretty Life link party.
Christy
Madonna/aka/Ms. Lemon
I brake for lemon and a good glass of tea. Very clever.
Meredith @ unOriginalMom
Wow, lemonade ice cubes?? Such a great idea!! I have some fresh mint in my garden, begging to be used up...I will have to try this for sure 🙂
Crystal
YUMMY! Stopping by from the All Things Summer link party! Would love to have you also link this up at the Ladies Only Blog Share link party! Our theme this week is Red, White & BBQ. 🙂
Julie Corbisiero
Hi, I love iced tea and your recipe looks like a winner.
Julie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com
Brandie (@ Home Cooking Memories)
wow....what a stunning pitcher of tea! Love the lemonade mint ice cube idea!!
Nicole
This is such a great idea. I love simple ideas that taste great:) I think this would also work for the kids water during the summer.
Nicole
HoldtheOffice.com
nicolette @ momnivore's dilemma
Lemonade ice cube sound like an incredible idea for summer. I know my husband loves 1/2 ice tea and lemonade drinks...this is a way to have that easily accomplished. Thanks for linking up at Our Sunday Best
We featured you today, and shared this at Pinterest.
Happy weekend,
Nicolette
Jo-Anna
What a delish iced tea! And the lemonade ice cubes are genius!!
Lisa
I love the ice tea recipe. Not normally a fan of it. But that one was good. Thanks
Paul A. Kiker
Thanks for sharing this recipe with us. I will definitely try this.
sharanya
Iced tea is one of my favorite beverages, especially on a hot summer day! I love the refreshing taste of cold tea and the sweetness from the added sugar or honey. I also enjoy trying different varieties of iced tea, from classic black tea to fruity herbal blends. It's a versatile drink that can be enjoyed any time of day and is perfect for quenching thirst or serving as a light refreshment. I highly recommend giving iced tea a try if you haven't already!
Birla Trimaya
Fantastic Recipe I love this
Jacob
This was an easy to follow recipe. Thanks