National Iced Tea Day: 3 Refreshing Cold Oolong Tea Recipes

National Iced Tea Day is an annual event that is celebrated on June 10th and is an opportunity to appreciate and celebrate the many benefits of iced tea. Iced tea is a refreshing and delicious beverage that is perfect for hot summer days. One of the best iced teas to enjoy on National Iced Tea Day is cold oolong tea.

First, let’s talk about the benefits of oolong tea. Oolong tea is a semi-oxidized tea that falls between green and black teas in terms of flavor and health benefits. It is rich in antioxidants and has been shown to have a number of health benefits, including improving heart health, aiding in weight loss, and reducing stress. Additionally, oolong tea contains caffeine which provides a gentle boost of energy to start your day.

Now, let’s get to the recipes. The first recipe is a classic National Iced Tea Day cold oolong tea. To make this, you will need:

• 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea
• 8 cups of filtered water
• Honey or agave syrup (optional)
• Lemon or other fruits (optional)

Instructions:

1. Bring 8 cups of filtered water to a boil.
2. Add 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea to the boiling water.
3. Reduce heat and let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove the tea leaves and let the tea cool to room temperature.
5. Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
6. Serve over ice and sweeten with honey or agave syrup if desired. Add lemon or other fruits for additional flavor.

The second recipe is a cold oolong tea with mint. To make this, you will need:

• 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea
• 8 cups of filtered water
• Fresh mint leaves
• Honey or agave syrup (optional)
• Lemon or other fruits (optional)

Instructions:

Bring 8 cups of filtered water to a boil.

1. Add 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea and a handful of fresh mint leaves to the boiling water.
2. Reduce heat and let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes.
3. Remove the tea leaves and mint and let the tea cool to room temperature.
4. Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
5. Serve over ice and sweeten with honey or agave syrup if desired. Add lemon or other fruits for additional flavor.

The third recipe is a cold oolong tea with ginger. To make this, you will need:

• 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea
• 8 cups of filtered water
• Fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
• Honey or agave syrup (optional)
• Lemon or other fruits (optional)

National Iced Tea Day Instructions:

1. Bring 8 cups of filtered water to a boil.
2. Add 2-3 tablespoons of loose-leaf oolong tea and a few slices of fresh ginger to the boiling water.
3. Reduce heat and let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes.
4. Remove the tea leaves and ginger and let the tea cool to room temperature.
5. Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

Serve over ice and sweeten with honey. Enjoy!