Kiwi Mint Cold Brew Green Tea Recipe
A refreshing and invigorating Kiwi Mint Cold Brew Green Tea, perfect for a revitalizing drink on warm days. This recipe combines the smooth, earthy flavors of cold brewed green tea with the bright, fruity essence of fresh kiwi and the cool hint of mint, sweetened naturally with honey for a balanced, healthy beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Overnight (8-12 hours) cold brew
- Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (1 cup each) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 green tea bags
- 4 cups cold water
Fruit & Herbs
- 2 ripe kiwis, peeled and chopped
- 10 fresh mint leaves
Sweetener
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Cold Brew the Green Tea: Place the green tea bags in a large pitcher filled with 4 cups of cold water. Cover and refrigerate overnight (approximately 8-12 hours) to allow the tea to steep slowly and develop a smooth, less bitter flavor.
- Prepare Kiwi Puree: Peel and chop the kiwis, then blend them until smooth to create a fresh kiwi puree.
- Strain Kiwi into Tea: Strain the kiwi puree through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into the cold brewed green tea to remove seeds and pulp, ensuring a smooth texture.
- Add Mint and Sweetener: Stir in the fresh mint leaves and honey into the tea mixture. Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more honey if desired.
- Serve: Pour the kiwi mint cold brew green tea into glasses over ice and garnish with additional mint leaves if desired. Enjoy immediately or keep chilled for up to 2 days.
Notes
- For a stronger mint flavor, gently muddle the mint leaves before adding them.
- You can substitute honey with agave syrup or a sweetener of choice for dietary preferences.
- Use ripe, fragrant kiwis to enhance the natural sweetness and flavor of the drink.
- This cold brew method reduces bitterness and provides a smoother tea taste compared to hot brewing.
- Drink within 48 hours for optimal freshness and flavor.
Keywords: cold brew green tea, kiwi mint tea, refreshing iced tea, healthy beverage, natural sweetener
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