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Lychee Tea Recipe

Delightful Lychee Tea Recipe for a Refreshing Summer Sip

This Lychee Tea Recipe offers a delightful fusion of floral sweetness and vibrant tea flavors, perfect for summer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 7 bags Green Tea Bags Use 5 bags for a milder taste.
  • 5 cups Water Boil for brewing.
For the Lychee Mix
  • 1 can Canned Lychees Includes syrup for flavor.
  • to taste White Sugar or Honey Honey is a healthier choice.
Optional Additions
  • to taste leaves Mint Leaves For garnish.
  • 2-3 slices Lemon Slices Infuse tea and prevent bitterness.

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Ice Cube Tray
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lychee Tea Recipe
  1. Start by boiling 5 cups of water in a large pot over medium-high heat. Remove from heat when small bubbles form.
  2. Add 7 green tea bags to the hot water and steep for 3 minutes. Remove tea bags afterward.
  3. Open the can of lychees and pour both fruit and syrup into the warm tea. Stir well.
  4. Let the mixture cool at room temperature for 15-20 minutes. Add lemon slices if desired.
  5. Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray, adding a lychee or mint leaf to each compartment. Freeze for 3-4 hours.
  6. Serve the lychee tea with frozen lychee ice cubes, garnishing with mint leaves and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure water temperature is between 145°F and 185°F to avoid bitterness. Customize flavors to suit your preference.

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