Nine iced teas for summer

The tradition of drinking iced tea originated in India, but has taken root even in northern latitudes during the hot season. Here are a few options for the best drinks.

 

The tradition of drinking iced tea originated in India, but has taken root even in northern latitudes during the hot season.

The process of making this drink is very simple - you need to brew tea, cool it and let it infuse so that there is no sediment in the tea. After that, you need to put your favorite fruits, herbs, spices, ice, and fill the decanter with cooled tea.

You can use black and green tea, but the latter is preferable. In some cases, all the components are brewed together. Sometimes fruit juices and even alcoholic beverages are used as ingredients.

Iced tea is a real room for the imagination, you can try a variety of options during the summer.

 

 

Cold teas relieve fatigue and give a boost of energy. This drink is a natural natural antioxidant and regulates heat exchange in the human body and improves metabolism. Tea contains tannin and vitamin P, which supports cardiovascular activity.

And if we add citrus fruits, herbs, berries to our iced tea, we also add various vitamins and microelements necessary for a healthy person.

Of course, the iced tea that we make ourselves will be more useful than the one you can buy in the store. After all, the latter contains preservatives.

 

 

Cold iced teas should be used with caution, so as not to harm the throat and health. In everything you need to know the measure, otherwise because of low temperatures it is quite possible to lose your voice even in summer.

In addition, try not to abuse sugar: Do not add it in large quantities to cold drinks. Berries and fruits already contain a sufficient amount of sugar, which gives the drink the necessary taste. You can use honey to add sweetness, but add it only when it has cooled down, so as not to destroy its useful properties.

We offer you several options for summer drinks that quench thirst.

 

Tea with peppermint and apple

A wonderful refreshing drink with a subtle apple flavor.

Ingredients:

Fresh mint	30 grams
Black tea	10 grams
Sugar	to taste
Apple	1 pc.
Lime	1 pc.
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Brew 1 liter of tea and strain. Cut into mint and add to the tea with the sugar. Dice and peel the apple and add to the tea. Add half a lime or lemon, diced. Place the decanter in the fridge. When serving, put ice and a few slices of lemon in the decanter.

 

Fruit tea

A wonderful alternative to morsels and juices that we recommend you try.

Ingredients:

Orange	1 pc.
Lemon	1 pc.
Lime	1 pc.
Cinnamon stick	1 pc.
Mint	3 sprigs
Apple	1 pc.
Black tea	10 grams
Sugar	to taste
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Peel and slice the citrus fruit and apples. Fill with sugar. Make tea, pour over sliced fruit. Add the cinnamon. Leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Then add ice and mint. Garnish with mint and slices of lemon or lime.

 

Green tea with strawberries

 

A refreshing, invigorating drink with a delicate strawberry flavor. We recommend drinking it for breakfast.

Ingredients:

Green tea	10 grams
Lemon	1 pc.
Mint sprigs	3-4 pcs.
Strawberries	150 grams
Sugar	to taste
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Brew the green tea, add sugar, and leave to cool. Add the juice of one lemon, half a strawberry, and chopped mint into the cold tea and mix.

Serve this drink with ice cubes, decorating with a slice of lemon or orange.

 

Tonic Tea

This drink will cheer up a tired or sleepy body no worse than coffee.

Ingredients:

Black tea	10 grams
Black currant	300 grams
Nectarines	3 pcs.
Orange	1 pc.
Mint	3 sprigs
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Brew the tea. Strain the berries through a sieve to release their juice, then mix into the tea. Slice nectarines and orange, pour over tea and chill. Put ice and mint sprigs before serving.

 

Fruit and berry tea

 

A drink with a very delicate flavor, rich in vitamins and energizing.

Ingredients:

Black tea	10 grams
Apple	1 pc.
Strawberry	200 grams
Peach	1 pc.
Pomegranate	1 pc.
Orange	1 pc.
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Boil the tea, let it steep for about 15 minutes, then cool. Peel the apples and cut into wedges. Peel the orange, scald it with boiling water and chop the flesh. Crush the strawberries with a fork. Juice the pomegranate. Mix fruit, tea and pomegranate juice in a pitcher. Serve in tall glasses with ice cubes.

 

Cherry Mint Tea

 

A drink for a hot summer evening, reminiscent of vacations, romantic dinners and late-night picnics.

Ingredients:

Fresh cherries	400 grams
Fresh mint	50 grams
Green tea	5 tsp.
Powdered sugar	to taste
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Boil some tea, let it brew, and add powdered sugar to taste. Place the cherries in the bottom of a jug, then stir in the mint leaves and pour the steeped tea over them. Close with the lid and let stand for 10 minutes. Then strain and pour into glasses with ice. Garnish with cherries and mint.

 

Honey tea

 

A drink that will win you over with its cinnamon and honey scent and bright flavor.

Ingredients:

Black tea	10 grams
Milk	6 tbsp.
Honey	3 tbsp.
Cinnamon stick	1 pc.
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Brew some tea and let it brew. Add milk and cinnamon. Allow it to steep. Strain and cool. Add honey melted in a steam bath. Serve in cups with ice.

 

Evening tea with rum

Lovers of alcoholic cocktails are advised to prepare tea with rum - a fragrant and delicious drink for a summer party.

Ingredients:

Lemon	1 pc.
Powdered sugar	to taste
Black tea	10 grams
Rum	50 grams
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Peel a lemon and cut it into small pieces. We put them in a bowl for ice and pour sweetened water, put in the freezer. While there form ice cubes with lemon inside, brew tea, add sugar to taste and let it infuse. After it has cooled, we add the rum. Before serving, put a piece of ice with lemon inside and a slice of citrus in the glass with the tea.

 

Tea-Lemonade

 

 

An excellent alternative to the usual lemonade, but with an alcohol component. We advise to prepare such a drink for everyone who needs an additional charge of energy.

Ingredients:

Black tea	10 grams
Lemon	1 pc.
White dry wine	250 ml
Sugar	to taste
Honey	2 tsp.
Gas water	1 cup
Water	1 liter

 

Method of preparation

Boil some tea, add sugar, and let it brew. Mix with wine, lemon juice, honey. Finally cool it down. When serving dilute it with sparkling water. Serve in glasses with ice. Garnish with cherries and lemon wedge.