Three original iced tea recipes from the Tea Master
Iced tea isn't just a summer drink, it's an art. With a few simple ingredients, it can be indulgent, fruity, refreshing... or all of the above. Today, the Master shares three homemade creations: an orange creamsicle , a Quebec blueberry rooibos , and a strawberry and coconut milk matcha .
1. Gourmet iced tea “Walk in Florence” (creamsicle style)
Ingredients (1 large glass)
- 250 ml of Promenade à Florence tea, brewed hot and cooled
- 1 tbsp orange marmalade
- 1 slice of fresh orange (for decoration)
- Ice cubes (ideally tea ice cubes)
- A touch of homemade or store-bought whipped cream
Preparation
- Infuse 1 tsp of Promenade à Florence in 250 ml of hot water (95°C, 3 min).
- Filter, then let cool.
- In a glass, place the orange marmalade and pour the cooled tea over it. Stir to dissolve.
- Add ice cubes and an orange slice.
- Top with whipped cream.
Result: A rich and delicious iced tea, reminiscent of an Italian creamsicle.
2. Iced Rooibos with Fresh Blueberries
Ingredients (1 large glass)
- 250 ml of Quebec Blueberry rooibos, infused hot and cooled
- 1 tbsp fresh blueberry puree (a few blueberries mashed with a fork)
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- About ten whole blueberries for garnish
- Ice
Preparation
- Infuse 1 tsp of Quebec Blueberry Rooibos in 250 ml of hot water (95°C, 5 min).
- Filter, then let cool.
- In a glass, mash the blueberries with the maple syrup to form a purée.
- Add ice cubes, pour in the cooled rooibos.
- Decorate with a few whole blueberries.
Result: A fruity, slightly sweet, caffeine-free iced tea – perfect for any time of day.
3. Iced Matcha with Strawberries and Coconut Milk
Ingredients (1 large glass)
- 1 tsp Matcha ( Kumo or Camellia or strawberry flavored )
- 50 ml of hot water (75°C)
- 100 ml coconut milk
- 100 ml strawberry juice (or Simply Strawberry)
- A few sliced fresh strawberries
- Ice cubes (ideally frozen strawberry juice)
Preparation
- Whisk the matcha with the hot water to form a smooth foam.
- In a glass, place the ice cubes and sliced strawberries.
- Pour in the strawberry juice, then the coconut milk.
- Finish with whipped matcha.
Result: A colorful, layered iced drink that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the depth of matcha.
These three recipes are just the beginning. Iced tea is a playground: mix it up, experiment, and have fun.