Brighten up your winter table with Cold Brew Cranberry Citrus Iced Tea. Tart cranberry and fresh citrus juices blend with cold-brewed black tea for a refreshing, festive drink.
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It’s been busy here these past few weeks, so I’m sharing a simple winter beverage and a peek at how I’ve been preparing the house for the holidays. Since my boys started college I make a point to have the home ready before they come home for winter break — cleaning, organizing, and decorating early so I can relax into cooking and entertaining when they arrive. My youngest, Adam, and his girlfriend, Mika, arrived last week and we were happily busy getting everything ready.
These Lipton Cold Brew Iced Tea bags make brewing a pitcher of tea quick and effortless. No boiling required — just steep the tea bags in cool water for a few minutes to make a smooth, fresh-brewed base.
To make this vibrant winter drink, I add cranberry juice, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, a touch of sugar, and slices of citrus to the cold-brewed tea. The result is bright, slightly tart, and perfect for holiday meals.
Decorating our nine-foot tree inspired a different approach to my table setting this year. I used clippings from the lower branches, apples, pine cones, and small votives to create a centerpiece that can stay on the table throughout the season. A few small decorative birds from my holiday collection fit right into the rustic pine scene. A wood-planked tray provides the perfect spot for the pitcher and serving dishes.
I added plaid placemats and simple white plates topped with a red accent plate to finish the festive look. It was an inexpensive update that brought warmth and charm to the room.
If you don’t have a live tree, check your grocery store’s floral department for inexpensive greens. Use ornaments you already own and add fresh touches like pine cones, apples, or pomegranates to keep costs low while creating a warm holiday atmosphere.
Whether your meal is casual or more formal, a ready table and a pitcher of this cranberry-citrus iced tea make entertaining simple and special. It pairs well with pasta, soups, stews, chili, or slow-cooker comfort food.
I hope your holidays are merry and bright, filled with laughter, love, and lasting memories.
Cold Brew Cranberry Citrus Iced Tea
Ingredients
- 2 Lipton Cold Brew Tea Bags
- 8 cups cool water
- 1 ½ cups cranberry juice cocktail
- 4 oranges
- 4 lemons
- ⅓ cup sugar (or more to taste)
- Frozen cranberries for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Pour cool water over the tea bags in a 2½–3 quart pitcher. Allow the tea to brew for about 5 minutes, dunking the bags occasionally. Remove and discard the tea bags.
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Juice two oranges and two lemons into a measuring cup or bowl. Stir in the sugar and let sit a minute to dissolve. Add the cranberry juice and the sweetened citrus juice to the pitcher and stir to combine.
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Slice the remaining oranges and lemons and add them to the pitcher, reserving some slices for garnish. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Serve over ice and garnish with citrus slices and frozen cranberries if desired.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 37 g |
Protein: 2 g |
Fat: 1 g |
Sodium: 3 mg |
Potassium: 266 mg |
Fiber: 4 g |
Sugar: 29 g
Nutrition information is an estimate calculated using generic ingredients. For exact values refer to the labels on your ingredients.
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This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Lipton. The opinions and text are all mine.
