Iced Moroccan Mint Gunpowder Tea
The classic Moroccan mint tea reimagined as a refreshing iced drink—bold Gunpowder green tea with fresh spearmint, honey, and a splash of orange blossom water.
Moroccan mint tea is traditionally served scalding hot, but its bold, minty character translates beautifully to an iced version. The Gunpowder base provides a robust backbone that doesn't wash out when ice melts, unlike more delicate green teas.
The key is brewing the tea strong and sweet, then letting it cool before hitting the ice. This prevents dilution and keeps the signature intensity that makes Moroccan tea so memorable.
Orange blossom water is the secret weapon here—just a few drops transform the drink from a simple iced tea into something exotic and deeply fragrant. It bridges the gap between the smoky tea and the bright mint.
Serve this at a summer barbecue or alongside spiced food. It pairs brilliantly with grilled lamb, couscous, or anything with cumin and coriander. Your guests will be asking for the recipe before they finish the first glass.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Gunpowder green tea leaves
- 2 cups hot water (80°C)
- Large handful of fresh spearmint leaves
- 3 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1/2 tsp orange blossom water
- Ice cubes
- Extra mint sprigs for garnish
How to make it
- 1Brew Gunpowder tea in hot water (80°C) for 3 minutes. Strain into a heatproof pitcher.
- 2While hot, add honey and stir until dissolved. Add spearmint leaves and muddle gently.
- 3Let cool to room temperature, then stir in orange blossom water.
- 4Refrigerate until cold (at least 1 hour) or speed-cool with ice.
- 5Strain out mint leaves. Serve over fresh ice in tall glasses, garnished with mint sprigs.
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