Refresh your senses with our Pineapple Tea – a delightful fusion of juicy pineapple, invigorating ginger, and cooling iced tea. It’s the perfect summertime refresher!
This morning, I got up and had a glass of pineapple and ginger tea on my front porch. It was heavenly.
I almost have to re-set my taste buds to appreciate the natural flavor and sweetness rather than the refined stuff. I’ve been on a serious Iced Tea kick for the past few weeks, and Pure Leaf is my go-to choice because it’s brewed from real tea leaves.
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What is Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea?
Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea is a unique blend of sweet, tropical pineapple and spicy ginger in a chilled iced tea base.
Reasons to Love This Pinapple Tea
- I love that this Pineapple Iced Tea offers a refreshing and invigorating taste, perfect for hot summer days and both pineapple and ginger are rich in antioxidants.
- The natural sweetness of pineapple reduces the need for added sugars.
- Its exotic pineapple flavor transports you to tropical paradise.
- You can enjoy Pineapple Tea hot or cold, making it versatile for all seasons and preferences.
Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh Pineapple: It provides natural sweetness and tropical flavor.
- Ginger Root: Adds a zesty, spicy kick to the tea and enhances its flavor.
- Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea: Serves as the base of the drink and offers a refreshing tea flavor.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Sweet Variation: To sweeten your Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea, try adding a little Maple Syrup for a unique, rich flavor, or adding a little Honey for a classic, floral sweetness.
- Lemon Juice Variation: Add a splash of lemon juice to Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea for a zesty twist. The tartness of lemon will complement the sweet and spicy flavors.
How to Make Pineapple Tea
Step #1: Place the pineapple, ginger, and water in a saucepan and set it over medium heat until boiling. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for fifteen minutes. Turn off the heat and let it cool for ten minutes.
Step #2: Transfer the pineapple mixture to the bowl of a blender. Process until smooth. Strain it through a fine mesh sieve and chill it until ready to use.
Step #3: Combine ¼ cup of pineapple-ginger concentrate with 1 cup of Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea and serve over ice.
Expert Tip
Using a vegetable brush to clean ginger root is crucial for removing dirt, residue, and bacteria from its skin.
Storage Info
Store the Pineapple Ginger Tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator; it will stay good for up to one week. To freeze, freeze in ice cube trays for easy use later.
You can thaw it naturally in the fridge if frozen, then mix it with iced tea when ready to serve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! You can experiment by adding spices like cinnamon sticks, cardamom, or cloves to the Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea. These spices can introduce warm, aromatic notes that complement the tropical pineapple and zesty ginger flavors.
Yes, you can use the pineapple core as well as the peels in the Pineapple Ginger Iced Tea recipe. The core, though firmer, adds flavor and nutrients, while the peels also contain beneficial compounds and can enhance the tea’s aroma and taste.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped fresh pineapple
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh ginger root
- 1 cup water
- 4 cups Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea
Instructions
- Place the pineapple, ginger, and water in a saucepan and set it over medium heat until boiling. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for fifteen minutes. Turn off the heat and let it cool for ten minutes.
- Transfer the pineapple mixture to the bowl of a blender. Process until smooth. Strain it through a fine mesh sieve and chill it until ready to use.
- Combine ¼ cup of pineapple-ginger concentrate with 1 cup of Pure Leaf Unsweetened Iced Tea and serve over ice.
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I don’t drink sugar drinks either. You are absolutely right about resetting your taste buds. Now if I drink tea with sugar in it, its an ick situation. So I WON. This is a great variation of ice tea. I love sitting on my deck too. Heavenly is my adjective choice for that also.
Isn’t it nice? Sitting on the deck is the best thing ever. I get to do it for about 18 days per year here in Portland 🙂
Yumm! Look so delicious! I have to make this one!
Thanks, Valya!