Tropical Green Tea Mocktail
Ingredients:
- 2 cups water
- 2 green tea bags
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup coconut water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple slices (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Brew the Green Tea:
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and add the green tea bags.
- Let the tea bags steep in the hot water for about 3-5 minutes.
- After steeping, remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Sweeten the Tea:
- While the tea is still warm, add the honey or agave syrup.
- Stir until the sweetener is completely dissolved.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled green tea, pineapple juice, coconut water, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Stir well to mix all the ingredients thoroughly.
- Chill the Mocktail:
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the mocktail mixture.
- Alternatively, you can refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve the Mocktail:
- Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the tropical green tea mocktail over the ice.
- Garnish with pineapple slices, lime wedges, and fresh mint leaves if desired.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing tropical green tea mocktail!
This tropical green tea mocktail is perfect for a refreshing and healthy drink, suitable for any occasion. Enjoy!