Refreshing Cucumber-Mint Green Tea Cooler
Beat the heat with this Refreshing Cucumber-Mint Green Tea Cooler! Perfect for sunny days, this invigorating beverage combines the soothing qualities of green tea with the crispness of fresh cucumber and the aromatic freshness of mint. Sweetened with honey, it’s a delightful drink that not only quenches your thirst but also provides a burst of freshness in every sip. Perfect for summer picnics, brunches, or simply to enjoy at home, this iced tea is as beautiful as it is delicious.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
6
Ingredients
Ingredients
Green Tea Bags
4 (Standard tea bags)
Fresh Mint Leaves
1 cup, lightly packed (Torn or left whole)
Cucumber
1 (Unpeeled, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds)
Honey
1/4 cup (Liquid honey)
Hot Water
2 1/4 cups (Boiling for steeping, and 1/4 cup for dissolving honey)
Ice
to fill (Crushed or cubed, as preferred)
Instructions
1
In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the green tea bags, torn mint leaves, and half of the cucumber slices. Cover and let steep for about 15 minutes until cooled.
3
While the tea is steeping, dissolve the honey in a measuring cup with 1/4 cup of hot water, stirring until smooth.
4
Prepare a large glass pitcher by filling it with ice, 4 sprigs of mint, and the remaining cucumber slices.
5
Once the tea has cooled, strain it into the prepared pitcher, discarding the steeped tea bags, mint, and cucumber slices.
6
Add the honey mixture to the pitcher, pour in an additional 4 cups of cold water, and stir well to combine.
7
Serve the cucumber-mint iced tea in tall glasses filled with ice, and garnish each glass with a few mint sprigs and cucumber slices for a refreshing touch.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this beverage?
The beverage is a Refreshing Cucumber-Mint Green Tea Cooler.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 8 servings.
What are the primary ingredients?
The main ingredients include green tea bags, fresh mint leaves, cucumber, honey, hot water, and ice.
How many green tea bags are required?
The recipe requires 4 standard green tea bags.
How much fresh mint is needed?
You will need 1 cup of lightly packed fresh mint leaves.
How should the mint leaves be prepared?
The mint leaves can be torn or left whole.
How many cucumbers do I need?
The recipe calls for 1 cucumber.
What is the recommended cucumber slice thickness?
The cucumber should be sliced into 1/8-inch rounds.
Should the cucumber be peeled?
No, the recipe suggests using the cucumber unpeeled.
What sweetener is used in this recipe?
The drink is sweetened with 1/4 cup of liquid honey.
How much hot water is needed for steeping?
You need 2 cups of boiling water for the steeping process.
What is the purpose of the extra 1/4 cup of hot water?
It is used to dissolve the honey until it is smooth.
How long should the tea steep?
The tea should steep for approximately 15 minutes.
Should I cover the tea while it steeps?
Yes, cover the saucepan while the mixture steeps and cools.
What is included in the steeping mixture?
The steeping mixture contains hot water, tea bags, torn mint leaves, and half of the cucumber slices.
How is the honey mixture added?
Dissolve the honey in hot water and then add it to the pitcher once the tea has cooled.
What goes into the glass pitcher initially?
Fill the pitcher with ice, 4 sprigs of mint, and the remaining cucumber slices.
What do I do with the ingredients after steeping?
Strain the tea into the pitcher and discard the steeped tea bags, mint, and cucumber slices.
How much cold water is added to the final mix?
Pour in an additional 4 cups of cold water.
How should this drink be served?
Serve the cooler in tall glasses filled with ice.
What are the suggested garnishes?
Garnish each glass with a few mint sprigs and cucumber slices.
Is this drink suitable for summer?
Yes, it is specifically described as a summer drink and refreshment.
Is this an alcoholic beverage?
No, this is a non-alcoholic cooling drink.
How many total ingredients are used?
There are 6 distinct ingredients used in this recipe.
What type of ice is best?
You can use either crushed or cubed ice based on your preference.
Is this recipe considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy drink.
What are the flavor profiles?
The flavor is a combination of soothing green tea, crisp cucumber, and aromatic mint.
How do I ensure the honey is well incorporated?
Stir the honey well with hot water before adding it to the cold pitcher.
Can this be used for picnics?
Yes, it is perfect for summer picnics and brunches.
What is the total amount of hot water used?
A total of 2 1/4 cups of hot water is required for the entire process.