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Iced Pineapple Mint Green Tea Recipe Easy Refreshing Summer Drink

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A refreshing and healthy iced tea combining the tropical sweetness of pineapple, cooling mint, and earthy green tea, perfect for hot summer days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 teaspoons (4 grams) loose-leaf green tea or 2 green tea bags
  • 1 cup (240 ml) fresh pineapple juice (preferably freshly pressed or cold-pressed)
  • 10–12 fresh mint leaves, washed and gently torn or muddled
  • 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) honey or agave syrup (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes as needed
  • 3 cups (720 ml) filtered water

Instructions

  1. Boil 3 cups (720 ml) of filtered water to about 175°F (80°C). If no thermometer, bring to boil and let sit for 1 minute to cool slightly.
  2. Place 2 teaspoons (4 grams) loose-leaf green tea or 2 tea bags into a teapot or heatproof pitcher. Pour hot water over tea and steep for 3 to 4 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags or strain leaves, then let tea cool to room temperature for about 15 minutes. Optionally chill in fridge for 10 minutes to speed cooling.
  4. Gently muddle the mint leaves in a large glass or pitcher using a muddler or back of a spoon to release oils without tearing leaves.
  5. Add 1 cup (240 ml) pineapple juice and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lime juice to the muddled mint.
  6. Stir in 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) honey or agave syrup if desired for sweetness.
  7. Pour cooled green tea into the pineapple and mint mixture and stir gently to combine.
  8. Fill tall glasses with ice cubes and pour the iced pineapple mint green tea over the top.
  9. Garnish with extra mint sprigs or pineapple slices if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not oversteep the green tea to avoid bitterness. Gently muddle mint leaves to release flavor without bitterness. Use fresh pineapple juice for best flavor. Adjust sweetness to taste. Chill tea before mixing with ice to prevent dilution. Store leftovers in fridge up to 24 hours and serve cold.

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