Strawberry mix with green tea
2 servings
10 minutes
Strawberry mix with green tea is a refreshing drink inspired by African tea traditions. This recipe harmoniously combines the bitterness of green tea and the sweetness of ripe strawberries, creating a refined taste with a hint of lemon's acidity. Green tea brewed at optimal temperature retains its beneficial properties, while strawberry puree adds richness and aroma to the drink. This mix is perfect for hot days when you crave something invigorating and cooling. The icy freshness makes it an excellent choice for a summer evening or festive table. The drink can be served as a standalone treat or paired with fruit desserts and light sweets. With its balance of sweetness, acidity, and delicate tea notes, it will appeal to lovers of refined flavor combinations.
1
Heat water in the electric kettle to boiling.
- Water: 550 ml
2
Pour hot water into any wide container and let it cool for 5-7 minutes to reduce the water temperature to 70-85 degrees.
3
Pour 2 teaspoons of green tea into the teapot, fill it with cooled water, and let it steep for 5 minutes. Then allow the drink to cool to room temperature.
- Green tea: 2 teaspoons
4
Take a bowl, add fresh strawberries, add sugar and mash with a fork until smooth.
- Strawberry: 200 g
- Sugar: 0.3 glass
5
Take a small pot, pour in ½ cup of water, add strawberry puree with sugar, and stir while bringing to a boil over high heat.
- Water: 550 ml
- Strawberry: 200 g
- Sugar: 0.3 glass
6
Pour cooled green tea into a large pitcher, add strawberry puree, and mix. You can strain the strawberry juice from the puree to get a pulp-free drink.
- Green tea: 2 teaspoons
- Strawberry: 200 g
7
Pour lemon juice on top and mix again.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice: 0.3 glass
8
Add ice cubes, serve cold.
- Ice: 1 glass