Description
This Tropical Mango Pineapple Iced Tea is a refreshing, vibrant beverage perfect for warm days. Combining the robust flavor of black tea with the sweet, tropical notes of fresh mango and pineapple, it’s lightly sweetened and served chilled over ice with a hint of fresh mint for an invigorating and delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
Fruit and Sweetener
- 1 cup fresh mango, diced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste)
To Serve
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Boil Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan to prepare the tea infusion.
- Steep Tea: Remove the saucepan from heat and add the black tea bags. Allow them to steep for 5-7 minutes to extract a rich flavor.
- Dissolve Sugar: Remove the tea bags carefully, then stir in 1/2 cup sugar until completely dissolved to sweeten the tea.
- Add Fruit: Incorporate the diced mango and pineapple into the sweetened tea mixture and leave it to cool to room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Strain Mixture: Once cooled, strain the tea to remove all fruit pieces, ensuring a smooth consistency.
- Chill Tea: Place the strained tea in the refrigerator and chill thoroughly until cold.
- Serve: Pour the chilled tea over ice cubes in glasses and garnish each with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish.
Notes
- You can adjust the sugar level based on your sweetness preference or substitute with honey or a sugar alternative.
- For a stronger fruit flavor, infuse the tea with a few pieces of mango and pineapple during steeping but strain well to avoid pulp.
- Use filtered water for the best tea taste.
- This iced tea is best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Fresh mint not only garnishes but also adds a cooling aroma enhancing the tropical feel.
