Looking for a refreshing and healthy drink to beat the summer heat? Then this grapefruit iced white tea is the perfect choice. It's easy to make, delicious and full of antioxidants and vitamin C. It has a sweet and tangy flavor, with a hint of herbal freshness from the thyme. You can enjoy it as a midday pick-me-up or a relaxing evening sip. Follow the simple steps below to make your own iced grapefruit white tea at home.
Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you need for 4 servings:
- 1 grapefruit
- 8 grams of White Peony white tea
- 1 litre of water
- 4 sprigs of thyme
- Ice cubes
Instructions
1. Make white tea
White tea is absolutely the best choice for this recipe, because the smooth and flowery aroma perfectly balanced with the grapefruit taste. In addition, it adds a thick texture to the iced tea.
Steep 8 grams of white tea with 1 litre of water at 85ºC (185ºF) for 5 minutes. Afterwards, strain the tea leaves, and let the tea cool down.
Alternatively you may cold brew the white tea. In this case, steep 8 grams of tea in 1 litre of cold water. Store in fridge for 6 hours.
2. Make iced tea
- Cut the grapefruit in thin slices.
- Add ice cubes into 4 glasses.
- Pour white tea and a tea spoon of honey in each glass, and stir.
- Put 2-3 slices of grapefruit into each glass.
- Garnish each glass with 1 sprig of thyme.
You have just made a delicious and refreshing grapefruit and white tea iced tea that will keep you hydrated and energised. As you're enjoying this tea, you'll realise this is the perfect iced tea for any occasion, whether you are hosting a brunch, a picnic or a dinner party!