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Apple Cider Iced Tea is the perfect refreshing fall drink. It’s a fun autumn twist on traditional iced tea that will be enjoyed all season long.
Fall football, chili cook-offs, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and families around the dinner table for comfort food are a few of my favorite things about fall. We often think of delicious fall inspired soups, casseroles, and desserts, but sometimes overlook one of the most important components: drinks!
Apple Cider Iced Tea is the perfect fusion of summer and fall combining a refreshing glass of iced tea with a beloved fall favorite – apple cider! This fall inspired iced tea is sure to please a crowd. Let’s make it! ❤️Ashley
Why Apple Cider Iced Tea?
Early fall in the Chicago area can often times feel more like summer with warm temperatures. And warm temps always call for a refreshing, cool beverage. You are going to love this recipe for multiple reasons:
- It’s comforting and refreshing
- It’s easy to make and versatile
- It’s perfect for autumn parties and a great non-alcoholic option!
Step-by-step Instructions
- Brew the tea: boil water in a kettle or pot. Remove from heat and place tea bags inside the water. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
- Sweeten: I like to use real maple syrup to sweeten the tea a bit. Add maple syrup.
- Add tea to a large pitcher
- Combine with apple cider – stir to combine
- Refrigerate – until cold or serve over a glass of ice.
- To serve – pour apple cider iced tea over ice cubes, then add slices of fresh apple for garnish.
Tips to make the Best Apple Cider Iced Tea
Refreshing fall drinks like this iced tea recipe are always a hit. Here are a few suggestions to make it the very best:
- Choose a tea brand you know and enjoy – Lipton is my personal favorite. Especially because they sell family sized iced tea bags that are perfect for using with a pitcher.
- Use a good quality apple cider – fresh pressed apple cider is the best!
- Add a cinnamon stick to the tea for a fun cinnamon-y twist!
Certain tea brands, like Lipton, sell family sized tea bags that are intended to be used with a large pitcher. That’s what is used in this recipe.
Storing Apple Cider Iced Tea
Apple Cider Iced Tea should be stored in the refrigerator and will stay fresh for about 3 days.
I love this idea as a fall drink for the family dinner during the holidays. Your Thanksgiving table would be perfect with a pitcher of this iced tea! Or even as a holiday brunch idea. You can easily transport this tea to a party, tailgate, or special event.
More Apple Recipes to Try
Here are a few more apple recipes you’ve gotta try:
I also love this list from the Pioneer Woman with over 30 Apple Cider beverages to try!
If you try this Apple Cider Iced Tea recipe, please let me know what you think. I love to hear from you. Enjoy!
Apple Cider Iced Tea
Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 4 Lipton Iced Tea Bags – Family Size
- ¼ cup real maple syrup
- 5 cups apple cider
- 3 cups ice
- 1 apple sliced
Instructions
- Boil 8 cups of water in a kettle or pot. Remove from heat, and place tea bags inside the water. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- Add maple syrup and stir until dissolved. Place tea inside a large pitcher.
- Add Apple Cider and refrigerate until cold.
- Add ice and sliced apple to serve.
- Tea will remain fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
