Description
This Iced Pineapple Mint Green Tea blends refreshing green tea with sweet pineapple and cooling mint. Perfect for summer, it’s naturally sweetened, low in calories, and easy to make ahead for parties or everyday sipping.
Ingredients
- 2 green tea bags (or 2 tsp loose-leaf green tea)
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks (or ½ cup 100% pineapple juice)
- 1 small handful fresh mint leaves (plus more for garnish)
- 2 cups water (for brewing)
- Ice cubes (as needed)
- Optional: 1–2 tsp honey or agave syrup
- Optional: 1 tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Brew the green tea using hot water at about 175°F (80°C). Steep for 2–3 minutes, then let cool.
- Alternatively, cold brew the tea in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
- Prepare fresh pineapple by cutting it into chunks; lightly mash some pieces to release juice.
- In a large pitcher, gently muddle mint leaves to release their aroma.
- Add the cooled tea to the pitcher along with pineapple chunks or juice.
- Stir in optional sweetener and lime juice to taste.
- Fill glasses with ice or frozen pineapple chunks.
- Pour the tea over ice, garnish with mint and pineapple, and serve.