Fresh Cucumber Mint Green Tea Cooler
A quick and refreshing drink combining crisp cucumber, fresh mint, and soothing green tea, perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 green tea bags (Sencha or Jasmine recommended)
- 1 medium fresh cucumber, thinly sliced
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups (1 liter) cold water
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Boil 2 cups (480 ml) of water and pour over the 2 green tea bags in a teapot or heatproof pitcher. Steep for 3-4 minutes, then remove tea bags gently without squeezing.
- While the tea cools, thinly slice 1 medium cucumber and tear or lightly bruise 10-12 fresh mint leaves to release oils.
- In a large pitcher, combine the brewed tea (cooled slightly), cucumber slices, and mint leaves. Add 2 cups (480 ml) of cold water to dilute and chill.
- Stir in 1-2 tablespoons honey or preferred sweetener and 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice. Adjust sweetness or acidity to taste.
- Place the pitcher in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and chill thoroughly.
- Serve over ice cubes, garnished with a cucumber ribbon or a sprig of mint if desired.
Notes
Do not oversteep the green tea to avoid bitterness. Use fresh young mint leaves and bruise lightly to release flavor without bitterness. Thin cucumber slices infuse flavor better. Chill for at least 1 hour or overnight for best taste. Use filtered water if tap water tastes off. Sweeten lightly to keep the drink refreshing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounces (240 ml)
- Calories: 2540
- Carbohydrates: 610
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