Delicious Mango Iced Tea Recipe That Is So Easy to Make

Fresh mango juice makes this iced tea incredibly refreshing and flavorful!

When summer comes around, we are always looking for new, refreshing drink ideas. Iced tea is always a go to beverage since it is cold, easy to make and can be made in so many different ways.

This mango iced tea is especially delicious as it is made with fresh mango juice. You will be shocked and surprised by how amazing mango juice mixed into tea can be!

"mango iced tea is especially delicious as it is made with fresh mango juice"

To make mango juice is very easy. All you need to do is puree ripe mangos then strain the pulp. Be sure to choose the ripest mangos you can find as they will have the most flavor and natural sweetness. You can tell when a mango is ripe by giving it a slight squeeze.

A ripe mango will give a little under your fingertips. Ripe mangos will also smell fragrant and fruit even before you peel away the skin. These are the mangos you want to use!

Once the mango juice is made, you can mix in your favorite brewed black tea. Use regular tea or decaf depending on your preference. A little honey and a few fresh raspberries complete the drink and make it picture-worthy.

Keep a pitcher of this tasty mango ice tea in your fridge this summer and you stay refreshed and happy all season long! Enjoy.

Homemade Mango Iced Tea

5 from 5 votes

Recipe by Mocktail.net

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Incredibly refreshing and flavorful!

Ingredients

• 6 cups water

• 6 black tea bags

• 3 ripe mangos

• ¼ cup honey

• 2 cups fresh raspberries

• Fresh mint for garnishes

Directions

• Peel and remove the pit from the mangoes. Place the flesh from two of the mangos into a blender and reserve the last mango for the garnish.
• Blend the mango until very smooth and then pour through a strainer. Discard the pulp and pour the fresh mango juice into a pitcher.
• Bring the water to a boil and then pour the boiling water over the tea bags. Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard.
• Pour the brewed tea into the pitcher with the mango juice.
• Stir in the honey.
• Place the pitcher of tea in the fridge to chill.
• When you are ready to enjoy the iced tea, fill your glasses with ice and pour the mango tea over the ice. Garnish with the fresh raspberries, extra mango slices and fresh mint sprigs. Enjoy!

Tips and Tricks

• • If your mangos are not quite ripe, add a little extra honey to give the iced tea a sweeter flavor.
• • Blend the raspberries with the mango and strain. This will make a lovely raspberry mango iced tea.
• Tools:
  • Measuring cup
  • Large pitcher
  • Strainer
  • Large spoon
  • Blender
  • Large bowl

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Here are the answers to a few of your top questions about homemade mango iced tea. If you still have questions, feel free to shoot us a message and we will respond ASAP!

Is mango iced tea good for you?
Mango iced tea does have quite a few health benefits. Mangos are full of vitamin C and fiber. Black tea is packed with antioxidants and natural caffeine. Fresh raspberries are also loaded with nutrients that help make this drink a healthy choice.

How many calories are in a mango iced tea?
There are around 140 calories in a glass of mango iced tea.

What does mango tea taste like?
Mango iced tea is refreshing, sweet and fruity. Mango has a subtle citrus taste but is also slightly floral. Black is a little acidic and also tangy. Our mango iced tea is tropical and bright!

What are the benefits of drinking mango tea?
The fiber in the mango may help with digestion. The nutrients in the fresh mango have been shown to aid in hypertension and boost your immune system. Black tea is known to help manage diabetes and improve heart health.

How much sugar is in a mango iced tea? How many carbs are in mango tea?
Our mango iced tea recipe uses ¼ cup honey for 6 servings of tea. This means there are about two teaspoons of honey per serving. There is around 36 carbs in a glass of mango iced tea

Does mango tea have caffeine?
Our mango iced tea does have caffeine. It is made using black tea which is naturally caffeinated. Use a decaf black tea for a decaffeinated version.