How to Make the Perfect Pomegranate Iced Green Tea
Middle Eastern-Inspired · Easy · 13 min · 4 servings
This antioxidant-packed pomegranate iced green tea combines light delicate green tea with vibrant pomegranate juice for a refreshing ruby-tinted healthy summer drink. This easy homemade recipe is perfect for health-conscious drinkers who want a beautiful flavorful low-calorie iced tea loaded with antioxidants and natural fruit flavor.
Why this recipe works
This Pomegranate Iced Green Tea recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 13 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 70 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 bags green tea bags
- 2 cups hot water 175 degrees
- 1 cup pure pomegranate juice
- 1 cup cold water
- 2 tablespoons honey
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Brew Green Tea
Heat water to 175 degrees Fahrenheit which is below boiling to protect the delicate green tea flavors. Steep the green tea bags for 3 minutes then remove them gently without squeezing to avoid releasing bitter compounds.
Step 2: Sweeten and Cool
Stir honey into the warm brewed green tea until completely dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature before adding the pomegranate juice to preserve the bright fruity flavor.
Step 3: Combine with Pomegranate
Stir pure pomegranate juice and 1 cup cold water into the cooled sweetened green tea. Mix thoroughly and taste adjusting honey as needed for your preferred sweetness level.
Step 4: Serve Chilled
Pour over glasses generously filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a few fresh pomegranate arils and a lime wheel for a colorful impressive and antioxidant-rich presentation.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- pure pomegranate juice → pomegranate-blueberry juice blend for a slightly different fruity flavor profile
- honey → maple syrup which adds a subtle earthy sweetness that pairs nicely with both green tea and pomegranate
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using boiling water to brew green tea which scorches the leaves and creates an unpleasant bitter flavor that no amount of sweetener can fix
- Adding pomegranate juice to tea that is still too hot which dulls the bright vibrant color and destroys some of the heat-sensitive antioxidants
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 70 calories, 0g protein, 17g carbs, 0g fat, 0g fiber.
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