Rooibos Lemon Ginger Popsicles

We are celebrating Tea-sicles all week! Today's Tea-sicle recipe is Rooibos Lemon Ginger Popsicles. Rooibos tea is incredibly healthy, its loaded with antioxidants while being low on caffeine and tannins. Use your t-sleeve for a mess-free tea brewing experience and enjoy your Rooibos Lemon Ginger Popsicle recipe provided below.

Recipe:

• 2 teabags Rooibos or Redbush Tea (I used Twinings)
• 4 cups boiling water
• 3 tablespoons, or to taste, honey
• Juice of half a lemon, or to taste
• 1 tablespoon, or to taste, ginger syrup (I used Purdy's Ginger Syrup)

Method: 

1. Steep the teabags in the boiling water for 2 - 4 minutes. Stir in the honey, lemon juice and ginger syrup. Taste and adjust the sweetness/ tanginess to your taste. Let cool.
2. Pour into popsicle moulds, and top with popsicle sticks. Freeze until solid.

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SRC: Learn the history behind these Rooibos Lemon Ginger 
Popsicles at: www.thetiffinbox.ca/2013/07/rooibos-lemon-ginger-popsicles-redbush-tea.html

Pomegranate, White Tea and Mint Popsicles

We are celebrating Tea-sicles all week! Today's Tea-sicle recipe is Pomegranate, White Tea and Mint Popsicles. Using only 5 ingredients you can have these juicy, fresh and light popsicles in the time it takes to freeze them. Get a head start to ensure you'll have plenty of these Pomegranate, White Tea and Mint Popsicles to go around, they will be popular. 

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pomegranate Peach Passion White Tea (or iced tea of your choosing)
• 1 cup water
• Juice of ½ lime
• 1 pomegranate
• 1 small bunch of mint

Instructions

1. Combine iced tea, water and juice of ½ a lime and stir until combined.
2. Cut pomegranate into sections and de-seed. Set aside.
3. Finely chop 1 tablespoon of mint leaves. Mix into pomegranate seeds.
4. Pour ice tea mixture into popsicle moulds and fill half way, sprinkling in the pomegranate seed and mint mixture.
5. Freeze for an hour, then take out and put in a whole mint leave into each mould. Top the rest up with remaining ice tea mixture and a few more pomegranate seeds.
6. Freeze for another 4 hours.
7. To remove the popsicles from their mould, quickly run them under a warm tap to loosen, then gently pull out.

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SRC: Find a great salad recipe to accompany these Pomegranate, White Tea and Mint Popsicles at: www.thetiffinbox.ca/2013/07/rooibos-lemon-ginger-popsicles-redbush-tea.html

Thai Iced Tea Popsicles

We are celebrating Tea-sicles all week! Today's Tea-sicle recipe is Thai Iced Tea Popsicles. These tea-sicles are the perfect treat, refreshing light and sweet. Again, by using coconut milk you get the creamy texture desired without the separation of water like in dairy milk. Use t-sleeve to brew your tea for a mess-free tea steeping experience. Enjoy this Thai Iced Tea Popsicle recipe below.

What You Will Need

• 2 bags black tea, chai tea, or something specifically labeled for Thai iced tea
• 2 star anise
• 1 leftover vanilla bean
• several sprigs of fresh mint
• approximately 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
• approximately 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk
• squeeze of fresh lime (optional)

Instructions

1. Add 1 1/2 cups boiling water to the tea. Let it steep with the star anise, vanilla bean, and mint leaves. Crush the mint a bit with the back of a spoon to release its oils.
2. Set aside and let the tea sit until cooled. Strain out the spices and mint from the cooled tea.
3. Add the condensed milk, the coconut milk, and the lime juice, if using. Whisk to combine.
4. Taste your finished mixture, and if it's as you like it, fill the popsicle molds, leaving room at the very top for expansion.
5. Freeze until firm.

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SRC: View Step-by-Step photo instructions for these Thai Iced Tea Popsicles at: theviewfromgreatisland.com/2013/04/thai-iced-tea-popsicles.html

Chia Coconut Pudding Popsicles

We are celebrating Tea-sicles all week! Starting our Tea-sicle celebration is this Chia Coconut Pudding Popsicle. With the creaminess of the coconut milk mixed with fresh fruit, honey and chia seeds this is a splendid way to cool down on a warm day. Worried about the way milk freezes, don't because by using coconut milk you get the creamy texture desired without the separation of the water, like in dairy milk creating an icy milk which is unappealing. Enjoy this Chia Coconut Pudding Popsicle recipe provided below.

What You Will Need

• 1 can (14-15 oz) coconut milk (I used full fat)
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• fresh fruit of your choice
• 1 Tbsp sugar or honey (optional)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla or almond extract (optional)

Instructions

1. Pour the coconut milk into a small bowl. Make sure to get out all the thickened stuff inside the can. Give it a whisk or a stir to combine well.
2. Stir in the chia seeds and let sit, stirring once or twice, for about 30 minutes, to allow the seeds to expand.
3. Add a little bit of the coconut mixture to the bottom of each of 5 popsicle molds.
4. Drop some of the fruit in on top. If your fruit is too big to fit, chop it up.
5. Continue adding more coconut mixture, then more fruit until the molds are almost full. Rap the mold firmly against a hard surface to encourage the pudding to fill all the nooks and crannies in and around the fruit.
6. Insert popsicle sticks into the molds, they will stand up by themselves.
7. Top off the molds if there is any room in them.
8. Freeze for several hours until completely frozen.
9. To remove from the molds, fill a sink with hot water, just deep enough to immerse the mold up to, but not over, the rim, and hold the mold in the hot water for about 15 seconds to loosen the pops.
10. Pull the popsicles out of the mold and enjoy.
11. If you want to save the pops for later, wrap them in waxed paper and place in zip lock baggies.  

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SRC: View photos and alternative fresh fruit options for these Chia Coconut Pudding Popsicles at: theviewfromgreatisland.com/2015/03/chia-coconut-pudding-popsicles.html

Raspberry Peach Iced Tea

If your looking for a glass of fresh fruit flavor in the form of an iced tea this Raspberry Peach Iced Tea will hit the spot perfectly. Siting down with a glass of this Raspberry Peach Iced Tea will make you feel like you've gone on vacation, all by yourself. Use t-sleeve to have a mess-free tea making experience while preparing your Raspberry Peach Iced Tea and enjoy the recipe provided below.

Ingredients

• 2 tea bags
• 1 cup raspberries, plus more for garnish
• 2 peaches, sliced, plus more for garnish
• 3 tablespoons agave nectar, or more to taste
• Mint leaves, for garnish

Instructions

1. Steep tea bags in 4 cups boiling water according to package instructions; discard tea bags and let cool.
2. Combine peaches, raspberries and agave nectar in blender until smooth; strain through cheesecloth or fine sieve.
3. In a large pitcher, whisk together raspberry peach mixture and brewed tea. Place in refrigerator until chilled.
4. Serve over ice, raspberries, peach slices and mint leaves, if desired.

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SRC: Find more information about this Raspberry Peach Iced Tea recipe at: damndelicious.net/2013/04/12/raspberry-peach-iced-tea-and-a-giveaway/

Hibiscus Arnold Palmer

The popular combination of lemonade and tea is undeniably growing in creativity. This Hibiscus Arnold Palmer has combined two great flavors to create an even more deliciously refreshing beverage. Get your ingredients stocked-up because you'll want to enjoy this Hibiscus Arnold Palmer all summer long. Use t-sleeve to have a mess-free tea making experience while preparing your hibiscus tea, and enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 hibiscus tea bag
• 1/2- 2/3 cup honey
• 1 1/2 cups steaming hot water (separated)
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 packet natural calm raspberry lemon flavor each glass

Instructions

1. Mix honey into 3/4 cup hot water and let dissolve until completely combined.
2. Add lemon juice and allow to cool. To the remaining hot water, add tea bag and let steep for 5 minutes.
3. Add tea mixture to lemonade mixture and place in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
4. Just before serving, add packet of natural calm to tea mixture and mix in.
5. Then serve in ice filled glasses and enjoy the natural calm.   

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SRC: Discover more about this Hibiscus Arnold Palmer at: www.grandbaby-cakes.com/2013/03/hibiscus-arnold-palmer-and-natural-calm-giveaway/

Almond Iced Tea

Almond Iced Tea, why have I not thought of this before? I always use a splash of yummy almond extract in my Chocolate Cherry Cake and it takes the cake to a entirely new level of deliciousness. Almond extract in your tea is a must-try, it adds a natural sweet flavor providing a great switch up on your regular iced tea routine. This particular recipe was perfected by a wife who is taken back to her wedding day each time she takes a sip of this timeless Almond Iced Tea, enjoy.

Ingredients: 2 - 2 quart Luzianne Ice Tea Bags
1 1/2 cups sugar (or splenda)
1 tsp almond extract
1 gallon of water

Directions: Bring water (about quart worth) to a boil in a small pot and stir in sugar. Add tea bags and steep until the water is a deep brown (5-10 minutes). Remove tea bags, squeezing out tea, and place liquid in a gallon pitcher. Add almond extract and fill the rest of the way with water until reaching the gallon mark. Stir and chill. Serve cold. 

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SRC:  Find helpful notes for making this Almond Iced Tea at: www.louisianabrideblog.com/2013/05/almond-iced-tea.html#.VVoO0ZMWZ-8

Strawberry Iced Tea

Summer is right around the corner and you'll want to be prepared with some amazing iced tea recipe for those hot sunny days. This Strawberry Iced Tea is a perfect option for anyone who enjoys the fresh sweet taste of strawberries in their iced tea. When you're brewing your tea save your fingers from the burning hot water by using your t-sleeve. T-sleeve will keep the tea bag string from falling in the hot water and is great for easy tea bag disposal. Enjoy this refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea recipe provided below. 

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole frozen strawberries
• 32 fluid ounces brewed tea, that has been cooled
• ¹⁄₄-¹⁄₂ cup white sugar (depending on how sweet you want the tea)
• ¹⁄₄ cup fresh squeezed lemon juice

Directions

1. Take 5 strawberries out of the bag and set aside.
2. With the remaining berries, blend in a blender or food processor until smooth.
3. Strain the pureed berries, discard seeds.
4. Mix together pureed strawberries, tea, lemon juice, and desired amount of sugar.
5. Chill until ready to serve.
6. Serve with ice and reserved berries as garnishes.

SRC: Read reviews for this Strawberry Iced Tea at: www.food.com/recipe/refreshing-strawberry-iced-tea-85243

Peach Mango White Iced Tea

The best way to sweeten your tea is naturally with sweet fruit like in this Mango Peach Iced White Tea. Use fruit that is season for the best taste and the best price, frozen works great as well. The lightness of the white tea in this recipe allows the juicy peach and mango flavors to shine without the need of a bunch of sugar. Make your tea using your favorite tea accessory, t-sleeve for a mess-free cup of tea. Enjoy this Peach Mango White Iced Tea recipe provided below.

Ingredients

• 12 cups purified water
• 5-6 White Tea bags
• 2 peaches, pitted and diced
• 1 cup chopped frozen mango, thawed
• 1 tablespoon plus ¼ cup granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Boil the 12 cups of water in a large saucepan or stock pot. Remove from the heat.
2. Steep the white tea bags about 5 minutes, then discard tea bags. Transfer tea to a large mixing bowl. Allow the tea to sit until it cools to room temperature, about 45 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, to a small mixing bowl, add the chopped peaches, thawed mango, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Allow the fruit to macerate, or sit until it's softened and formed juices.
4. Transfer the fruit with juices to a large pitcher. Pour the cooled tea into the pitcher. Add ¼ cup sugar. Using a large wooden spoon, stir to combine.
5. Chill in the refrigerator and serve over ice.

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SRC: Find Step by Step photo directions and nutirtiional facts for this Peach Mango White Iced Tea at: thescrumptiouspumpkin.com/2013/07/16/peach-mango-white-iced-tea/

Watermelon Sweet Tea

As promised t-sleeve is ramping up for the iced tea needs of 2015 and who wouldn't love these adorable Watermelon Sweet Tea's. The wedge of watermelon makes this cup of tea a cute attraction and a sweet treat to enjoy with your tea. Use a t-sleeve to assist in your tea brewing to prevent burnt fingers and the loss of the tea bag string. Master your Watermelon Sweet Tea technique in time for a Memorial Day BBQ or Picnic, they are sure to be a crowd pleasing cup of tea. For 4 small glasses follow the recipe for Watermelon Sweet Tea below.

ingredients:

• 2 c. cubed seedless watermelon  
• 2 c. brewed iced tea  
• 4 T. agave nectar (to add a little sweetness, it is sweet tea after all) 

1. In a blender, combine ingredients and puree until combined. 
2. Pour mixture through a fine mesh sieve. 
3. Pour over ice, sip, enjoy!

SRC: Find a pulp version of this Watermelon Sweet Tea at: theimprovkitchen.blogspot.com/2012/07/southern-belle.html

Blueberry Arnold Palmer

Arnold Palmer is considered by many as one of the greatest professional golfers. He is the man to thank if you're a fan of the iced tea and lemonade combination, also known as an Arnold Palmer. Although this beverage is in no way new, it has become recently popular among tea enthusiasts. Try this Blueberry Arnold Palmer by combining blueberry tea, lemonade and fresh blueberries. Read about brewing your tea via the sun for your Blueberry Arnold Palmer, below.

First I make sun tea. I'm sure most of you have done this before, but since I have had a few questions about it I thought I'd explain. Sun tea is simply tea that steeps in the sunlight. I let mine sit in the direct sunlight for at least an hour. I usually forget that it's on my front porch, though, and it sits for several hours. I love this method because the prep is super simple and my mom makes it this way. :) 

SRC: For more fruitful Arnold Palmer recipes visit: www.abeautifulmess.com/2012/06/arnold-palmer-mix-up.html?crlt.pid=camp.7sLZVBtB2OBj

Five Minute Raspberry Iced Tea

Looking to have iced tea now but don't wait hours for the tea to cool? Enjoy this Five Minute Raspberry Iced Tea in no time, well in five minutes. As we move forward into the month of May the concept of Summer waiting just around the corner becomes more and more of a reality. Summer is great news to those of us waiting to discover our Favorite 2015 Iced Tea Recipe. In preparation to the iced tea needs of 2015 t-sleeve will be providing fun, unique or just plain good iced tea recipes. Enjoy this Five Minute Raspberry Iced Tea by following the directions below.

• Just start with six ounces of fresh raspberries.
• Muddle the raspberries and add to your pitcher, along with 8 cups of cold water and two Lipton Cold Brew tea bags. Dunk the bags and stir frequently, alowing the tea to cold brew for at least five minutes. 
• Strain the tea, sweeten to taste and serve over ice. Fresh brewed raspberry iced tea in just over five minutes! 

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SRC:  Find many happy reviews for this Five Minute Raspberry Iced Tea at: asthebunnyhops.com/2014/07/recipe-five-minute-raspberry-iced-tea/

Sweet Tea Mint Juleps

Sweet Tea Mint Juleps provides the refreshment of mint tea and the relaxation of bourbon on a hot summer's day. This is a mild version of Mint Juleps, allowing more of the sweet mint tea flavor to shine. Use t-sleeve to steep your tea, prevent the burning of your fingers and to make your tea mess-free. Chill out this summer while enjoying this Sweet Tea Mint Juleps in the backyard or front porch. Enjoy the recipe below, responsibly.

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1 cup sugar
• 5 to 6 mint leaves
• 2 family-sized tea bags (I use Luzianne)
• 3 cups water
• ¾ to 1 cup bourbon
• crushed ice
• lemon slices
• mint sprigs

Instructions

1. Bring 2 cups water, sugar, and mint leaves to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar.
2. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Steep for about 5 minutes.
3. Remove tea bags and add 3 cups cold water.
4. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
5. Add bourbon to tea mixture. Fill glasses with crushed ice. Add tea mixture and garnish with lemon and mint. Squeeze lemon into drink if desired.

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SRC: Learn about growing your own mint for this Sweet Tea Mint Juleps at: spicysouthernkitchen.com/sweet-tea-mint-juleps/

Fruit Tea Punch

 

Friends and family will be begging to learn this recipe after tasting your Fruit Tea Punch. The combination of the fruit and tea is great but when you add the secret of cinnamon to the mix, you'll find a transformed beverage that keeps everyone wanting more. You can share the identity of this secret ingredient that sends the flavor of this tea over the edge or you can keep it to yourself. Either way you'll be glad to have tried this Fruit Tea Punch recipe, provided below.

Ingredients:
8 cups water, divided in half
1 family size tea bag
1 cinnamon stick
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/2 cup frozen lemonade concentrate, thawed
sliced orange, lemon or fresh mint for garnish

Bring 4 cups water to a boil in medium saucepan. Add tea bag and cinnamon stick, remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes.  Once steeped, remove cinnamon and tea bag.  Add sugar and stir until dissolved.  Stir in orange juice and lemonade concentrates.  Pour mixture into pitcher, add remaining 4 cups water and pour over ice.  Garnish with fresh mint or lemon slice if desired.

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SRC: Find fun variations to this Fruit Tea Punch recipe from Loveless Cafe at: http://www.lovelesscafe.com/recipes/fruit-tea-punch/#.UEpDJk6Kg-c.pinterest

Relieve Puffy Eyes with Tea Bags

Save some money while naturally relieving your puffy tired eyes with tea bags. Tea is amazing because its delicious, affordable and is full of health benefits for the inside and out. Yes, some good sleep would help with puffy eyes but that's not always an option. Use your t-sleeve for making a mess-free cup of tea without burning your fingers. Follow the steps below to relieve puffy eyes with tea bags.

What you'll need:

• Two tea bags (I find green and black tea bags containing caffeine to be the most effective)
• A mug of hot water
• A plate, container, or plastic sandwich bag

Step One
Take the two tea bags and steep them in hot water for 3-5 minutes.

Step Two
Take the tea bags out and put them in your container of choice (I used a plate). Leave them in the refrigerator for 20 minutes or until cold. While the tea bags are cooling down, you can relax by drinking the mug of delicious tea you just made - yum!

Step Three
 Take the tea bags out. Gently squeeze out any excess liquid until the bags are damp and not dripping wet.

Step Four
Lay down and put the tea bags over your eyes. Leave them on for 15-30 minutes. Remove and carefully rinse off any tea stains on your face.

SRC:  Learn the science of how tea bags relieve puffy eyes at: www.collegefashion.net/beauty-and-hair/diy-beauty-how-to-use-tea-bags-to-relieve-tired-eyes/

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Blueberry & Mint Iced Tea

Keep the adults happily hydrated at the next child's birthday party with this Blueberry & Mint Iced Tea. This iced tea recipe is also a great crowd pleaser for barbecues, picnics and other outdoor gatherings. Use your t-sleeve® while preparing this tea for a mess-free and burn-free experience. Enjoy this Blueberry & Mint Iced Tea recipe below.

Ingredients

• 5 peppermint tea bags
• 140g blueberries
• 2 tbsp golden caster sugar
• large handful ice
• handful mint leaf
• a few lemon slices

Method

1. Boil the kettle and put the tea bags in a jug. Pour over 500ml boiling water and leave to steep for 5 mins. Meanwhile, put 100g blueberries in a jug, add the sugar and lightly crush with the end of a rolling pin or a potato masher. Remove the tea bags from the water, pour the tea over the blueberries and top up with another 300ml cold water. Add a large handful of ice to cool quickly, or chill until cold.
2. When you’re ready to pack your picnic, pour the iced tea into bottles or flasks. Add a few sprigs of fresh mint, some lemon slices and the remaining blueberries. Seal and store in a cooler bag.

SRC: Find Nutitional Information and more for this Blueberry & Mint Iced Tea recipe at: www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/blueberry-mint-iced-tea

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