Summer’s here, and nobody wants to sip on something steaming when the sun is out. But that doesn’t mean you need to give up your favorite teas. With the right blends and a few easy tweaks, you can turn your go-to hot teas into cold, refreshing iced drinks that taste like vacation in a glass.
Whether you’re a matcha lover, a fruit tea fan, or just someone who wants to beat the heat in style, these iced tea recipes are about to become your warm-weather staples.
Creamy, tropical, and smooth. This one tastes like dessert but keeps you cool and light.
You’ll need:
1 tsp Coconutty Crème tea
¾ cup hot water
½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
Ice
A splash of vanilla syrup (optional)
How to make it:
Steep tea in hot water for 5 minutes. Let it cool. Fill a glass with ice, pour in the tea, top with coconut milk, and swirl in vanilla syrup if you want extra sweetness.
Naturally sweet, caffeine-free, and packed with summer vibes.
You’ll need:
1 tsp Té Soleil
1 cup boiling water
Fresh peach slices
Ice
How to make it:
Steep your tea for 6 minutes, cool it completely, pour over ice, and toss in fresh peach slices. Done.
Bright, energizing, and earthy. This is your iced coffee replacement.
You’ll need:
1 tbsp hot water
¾ cup cold water or oat milk
Ice
How to make it:
Whisk matcha and hot water until smooth. Add ice and pour over cold water or milk. Shake it up in a mason jar for the full effect.
Zesty, bubbly, and refreshing with a little kick.
You’ll need:
1 heaping scoop Zesty Lemon Ginger
¾ cup boiling water
Sparkling water
Lemon slice
Ice
How to make it:
Steep tea for 5 to 6 minutes. Cool it, pour over ice, and top with sparkling water and a lemon wedge.
Naturally cooling, caffeine-free, and super clean.
You’ll need:
1 tsp Peppermint Devotion tea
1 cup hot water
Ice
Fresh mint (optional)
How to make it:
Steep the peppermint for 5 minutes. Let it cool, then pour over ice. Add mint leaves if you’re feeling extra.
Sweet, cooling, and loaded with antioxidants. Kids love this one too.
You’ll need:
1 tsp Green Tea Sencha
¾ cup hot water
1 cup frozen watermelon
Ice
Honey (optional)
How to make it:
Brew and chill the tea. Blend tea with watermelon and ice until smooth. Add honey if you want to sweeten it naturally.
Tart, bold, and super refreshing. Like sangria, but good for you.
You’ll need:
1 tsp Noms Berry Delight tea
1 cup boillng water
Frozen berries
Ice
How to make it:
Steep the tea for 7 minutes. Cool it, pour over ice, and drop in some frozen berries to keep things chill and juicy.
Double the strength of your tea so it doesn’t taste watered down.
Let the tea cool completely before pouring it over ice to avoid cloudiness.
Use gold infusers or pyramid sachets for mess-free brewing.
Want to get fancy? Freeze herbs, fruit, or edible flowers in your ice cubes.
Iced tea doesn’t have to be boring. These blends are here to keep you hydrated, energized, and feeling like the main character all summer long.
