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National Iced Tea Month refreshes our spirits throughout June. This beloved American beverage has quenched thirsts for centuries, offering delicious, versatile refreshment. Discover new recipes, explore different tea varieties, and share your favorite iced tea moments this month.
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Expected National Iced Tea Month Deals
Throughout National Iced Tea Month, expect major beverage brands and restaurant chains to roll out refreshing promotions. Last year, Lipton offered discounts on family-sized iced tea, while Starbucks featured special iced tea concoctions. Dunkin’ often includes iced tea in their summer drink specials, and local cafes may host tasting events. Keep an eye out for deals from Arizona Beverages, Pure Leaf, and Teavana. We will update this page with confirmed live deals as June approaches.
Platform Guide for National Iced Tea Month
Tag @nationaltoday_ and use #NationalIcedTeaMonth. Share vibrant photos of your favorite iced tea creations, from classic sweet tea to exotic fruit infusions.
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Tag @www.nationaltoday.com and use #NationalIcedTeaMonth. Film quick tutorials on brewing the perfect iced tea, or showcase creative iced tea lolly recipes.
Mention National Today (facebook.com/nationaltoday) and use #NationalIcedTeaMonth. Host a poll asking your community about their go-to iced tea flavor or brewing method.
National Iced Tea Month Hero
Richard Blechynden
History of National Iced Tea Month
While iced tea has been around for a long time now, the beverage became a household name only after 1904. It was during the St. Louis World’s Fair that Richard Blechynden, director of the East India Pavilion, realized that serving hot tea in the Missouri heat was probably not the best way to greet visitors. To increase consumption, Blechynden started serving chilled tea through a series of lead pipes dunked in ice. From a scalding hot beverage, the tea instantly became a cool, refreshing drink, which the fairgoers drank copiously. As the beverage became a hit, more and more American homes turned to it to cool off after a hot day.
Since 19th-century general stores would mostly sell tea from China or Japan, the earliest iced tea recipes recommended using green tea. As green tea became scarce after World War II, America started importing black tea from India, replacing green tea in the recipe. Today, iced tea is almost always made with black tea.
If you are someone who prefers making iced tea using instant mixes or tea bags, then you will be surprised to know that the black tea in these recipes comes from Argentina. The tea in Argentina is mechanically harvested and exported to America to fulfill its iced tea needs. Iced tea is best enjoyed with breakfast or lunch and can be brewed with black, green, white, and oolong tea.
National Iced Tea Month timeline
Emperor Shen Nung discovers tea in China after a tea leaf falls into his cup of warm water.
The teapot is invented at the beginning of the Ming dynasty and people no longer have to brew tea every time they feel like having a cup.
One of the first cups of milk tea is served.
Tea becomes the most popular beverage in American colonies.
How Businesses Can Celebrate National Iced Tea Month
Local cafes and restaurants can celebrate National Iced Tea Month by featuring special iced tea menus, offering unique flavor combinations, or hosting ‘build your own iced tea’ bars. Retailers can curate displays of tea leaves, brewing accessories, and iced tea glasses. Consider partnering with a local tea supplier for a tasting event or offering a discount on iced tea purchases throughout the month. Highlight the versatility of iced tea to attract new customers.
National Iced Tea Month FAQs
When is National Iced Tea Month?
In 2027, National Iced Tea Month will again be observed for the entire month of June, from Tuesday, June 1, to Wednesday, June 30. Prepare to sip your way through 30 days of cool refreshment.
How much iced tea is consumed in the US?
The United States is the third-largest tea market globally, and the vast majority of that consumption is iced tea. This consistent popularity underscores its role as a refreshing staple in American households and restaurants.
What are the health benefits of iced tea?
Beyond hydration, many teas used for iced beverages contain compounds like flavonoids and catechins, which are known for their anti-inflammatory properties. Choosing unsweetened options maximizes these health advantages.
What is the origin of iced tea?
The concept of chilling tea was not new, but the mass appeal of iced tea in the United States truly took off in the early 20th century. Its refreshing quality made it an instant hit, especially in regions with hot climates, cementing its place in American culinary culture.
National Iced Tea Month Activities
Try a new iced tea recipe
Instead of making your iced tea the way you always do, why not try a new recipe for National Iced Tea Month? Switch up the tea leaves or try a different kind of sweetener!
Make iced tea lollies
We are all used to drinking iced tea after a long, hot day but have you considered trying a delicious iced tea lolly? Freeze iced tea in a lolly mold and enjoy the delicious treat whenever you need to cool off.
Pour yourself a drink
The easiest way to celebrate National Iced Tea month is by pouring yourself a glass of your favorite iced tea. Try as many new recipes as you can this month!
5 Mind-Blowing Facts About Tea
Tea is a very popular drink
It is the most popular drink on the planet, second only to water.
Tea comes in many varieties
It’s widely believed that there are as many as 1,500 varieties of tea available in the market.
Tea is made with salt, too
Tibetans drink butter tea, which is made using black tea, yak butter, and salt.
Tea can tell the future
Reading tea is a common practice in many cultures — the art of reading tea leaves is called Tasseography.
Tea protects teeth
Tea is a natural source of fluoride, which keeps your teeth and gums healthy and strong.
Why we love National Iced Tea Month
It’s a low-calorie drink
It’s so difficult to find a drink that’s both delicious and nutritious. Thankfully, iced tea is both. This low-calorie drink is perfect for anyone who’s watching their weight.
It’s everyone's favorite beverage
Iced tea is loved by children and adults alike. National Iced Tea Month is the perfect way to honor everyone’s favorite drink.
It celebrates history
Iced tea has been a part of American cuisine for nearly two hundred years. This month celebrates a recipe that is as American as it gets!
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