Why does the mostly bought iced tea never satisfy your thirst the way you want it to? Make homemade iced tea!
Homemade iced tea is not just a drink, it's the perfect summer ritual that helps you escape the heat and immerse yourself in moments of pure pleasure.
Imagine that sit on the porch holding a glass full of ice-cold tea, garnished with floating slices of fresh fruit and fragrant mint leaves. With every sip, you feel how freshness fills you, which not only cools your body, but also invigorates your spirit.
Unlike commercial iced teas, which are often found on store shelves and are full of sugar and artificial flavors, homemade iced tea is a real treat for lovers natural and healthy drinks.
With a simple recipe and accessible ingredients, you can create Ice tea, which is incomparably better than the store-bought versions and full of unique taste achieved with a secret ingredient.
The secret is hidden in the fruit pulp made from apples and apricots
Ice tea. Photo: LaurensVan Riel / Pexels
Fruit porridge from apples and apricots not only adds natural sweetness, but also a rich fruity aroma that beautifully intertwines with the delicate tones of green tea. Apricots bring their characteristic sweet and sour taste, while apples add freshness and fullness.
Green tea, which is the basis of this recipe, is known for its many health benefits. It is full of antioxidants that help detoxify the body and strengthen the immune system.
Med is a natural sweetener that not only improves the taste, but also brings its own health benefits - it is rich in antioxidants and has antibacterial properties.
Ingredients for homemade iced tea
- 2 bags of green tea
- apple and apricot fruit puree (2 teaspoons per serving)
- honey (1 and a half teaspoons)
Pour boiling water over the green tea bags and let them steep for two to three minutes so they don't become bitter. Then remove the bag and let the tea cool. Once the tea has cooled to room temperature, add the honey and stir well to dissolve completely.
Photo: envatoAdd two teaspoons of apple and apricot puree to a glass of ice. Then pour the chilled tea over ice and fruit puree. Serve iced tea in tall glasses, garnished with slices of fresh fruit or mint leaves for extra freshness.
You can easily adapt the basic recipe to your personal tastes and needs. If you prefer more pronounced flavors, you can try different types of fruits and herbs.
Strawberries, lemons, peaches, blueberries – all these options are great for adding a special touch to your tea. Mint leaves or basil but they can add additional freshness and aroma, which will refresh the tea even more.
