Thyme Lemon Orange Green Tea Cooler
Fresh iced green tea infused with aromatic thyme and balanced citrus from lemon and orange. Lightly sweetened with honey, bright yet botanical — a clean, herbal summer cooler with structure and restraint.
Prep Time : 15 min
Cook Time : 5 min
Servings : 8
15 min
5 min
8
Ingredients
Botanical & Citrus Flavoring
• 8–10 fresh thyme sprigs
• ½ cup (120 ml) fresh orange juice, strained
• 2–3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice, to taste
• 2–3 Tbsp mild honey, to taste — this one on Amazon
To Serve
• Ice
• Fresh thyme sprigs
• Lemon slices
• Orange slices
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Directions
- Brew the Green Tea
Heat the water to 75–80°C (167–176°F), do not boil. Add the green tea bags and steep for 2–3 minutes maximum. Remove the tea bags without squeezing and let the tea cool to lukewarm. - Sweeten Lightly
While the tea is still warm, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add up to 1 additional tablespoon only if needed. Let the tea cool to room temperature. - Prepare the Thyme
Rinse the thyme sprigs and gently clap them between your hands to release aroma. Do not chop or crush — thyme turns heavy and suffocating fast. - Thyme Infusion
Add the thyme sprigs to the cooled tea. Refrigerate and let infuse for 6–10 minutes only, just until a clean, green herbal aroma develops. Remove the thyme promptly to avoid medicinal notes. - Add Citrus Acidity
Stir in the orange juice first, then add 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Taste and adjust with up to 1 additional tablespoon lemon juice only if needed. The citrus should be bright and structured, not sharp or dominant. - Chill
Continue chilling the tea for 1–2 hours until fully cold and balanced. - Serve
Fill glasses with ice, pour over the chilled thyme lemon orange green tea cooler, and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, lemon slices, and orange slices.
*Notes :
- Thyme should be aromatic and fresh, never cooked or long-infused.
- Orange provides softness and natural sweetness; lemon provides structure.
- Honey is a supporting actor, not the star.
- Green tea must stay light — bitterness kills this drink immediately.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours for clean aroma and clarity.
Nutrition Facts
( per ~200 serving )
Calories
~35 kcal
Protein
0 g
Fat
0 g
Carbs
~9 g
Calories
~35 kcal
Protein
0 g
Fat
0 g
Carbs
~9 g
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Thyme Lemon Orange Green Tea Cooler
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the water to 75–80°C (167–176°F), do not boil. Add the green tea bags and steep for 2–3 minutes maximum. Remove the tea bags without squeezing and let the tea cool to lukewarm.
- While the tea is still warm, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add up to 1 additional tablespoon only if needed. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Rinse the thyme sprigs and gently clap them between your hands to release aroma. Do not chop or crush — thyme turns heavy and suffocating fast.
- Add the thyme sprigs to the cooled tea. Refrigerate and let infuse for 6–10 minutes only, just until a clean, green herbal aroma develops. Remove the thyme promptly to avoid medicinal notes.
- Stir in the orange juice first, then add 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Taste and adjust with up to 1 additional tablespoon lemon juice only if needed. The citrus should be bright and structured, not sharp or dominant.
- Continue chilling the tea for 1–2 hours until fully cold and balanced.
- Fill glasses with ice, pour over the chilled thyme lemon orange green tea cooler, and garnish with fresh thyme sprigs, lemon slices, and orange slices.
Notes
- Thyme should be aromatic and fresh, never cooked or long-infused.
- Orange provides softness and natural sweetness; lemon provides structure.
- Honey is a supporting actor, not the star.
- Green tea must stay light — bitterness kills this drink immediately.
- Best enjoyed within 24 hours for clean aroma and clarity.