Easy Iced Apple Green Tea

A refreshing and simple homemade iced green tea infused with crisp apple flavor, perfect for a warm afternoon.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 glasses

Course: Beverage, Refreshment

Cuisine: American

Calories: 70

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Tea Base

4 cups Water Filtered water recommended
4 tea bags Green Tea High quality sencha or jasmine green tea
1/2 cup Apple Juice 100% pure, unsweetened
2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Adjust to taste

For Serving

1 medium Apple Thinly sliced for garnish
1 cup Ice Cubes

Method

Instructions

Bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil (just before a rolling boil, about 175°F or 80°C) to prevent bitterness in the green tea.
Remove the water from the heat, add the 4 green tea bags, and let steep for exactly 3 to 5 minutes. Do not over-steep.
Remove the tea bags promptly and stir in the honey or maple syrup until fully dissolved. Allow the concentrated tea mixture to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
Pour the slightly cooled tea concentrate into a large pitcher. Stir in the 1/2 cup of apple juice.
Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or until completely cold. Alternatively, fill serving glasses with ice immediately.
To serve, fill four glasses with ice cubes. Pour the chilled iced apple green tea evenly among the glasses. Garnish each glass with thin slices of fresh apple.

Notes

For a brighter flavor, use green apple juice. If using concentrated apple cider instead of juice, reduce sweetener significantly. This recipe can easily be doubled for larger batches.