Sweet basil orange iced tea

You can keep telling me it's spring, but the sun's screaming that it's summer time. And when it's summer in New Orleans, you have got to stay hydrated. All the festing, drinking, and dancing can take it out of you, so here's a simple refreshing recipe for a delicious iced tea brewed with fresh Thai basil and topped with a fresh orange slice. Trust me, the basil make it naturally sweet itself, but if you must, feel free to sweeten with a touch of honey. 

After a long day at French Quarter Fest, an iced tea was necessary!

Sweet basil orange iced tea (serves 2)

2-3 tbs Thai basil leaves, fresh

orange slice

2 cups water, boiled

1 cup ice 

honey, to taste (optional)

1. Seep basil leaves in fresh off the stove boiling water for 3-5 minutes. 

2. Pour into half a cup of ice.

3. Top and garnish with a squeeze of orange slice