Iced Lychee Black Tea
Fragrant, fruity, and lightly floral, Iced Lychee Black Tea is a beautifully aromatic tea. The subtle sweetness of lychee pairs wonderfully with the smooth depth of black tea, making it a refreshing yet comforting drink for any time of the day.
Servings 2
Calories 40kcal
Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoon loose leaf black tea or 2 black tea bags
- 1 C hot water about 200°F/93°C
- ice
- 4-6 fresh lychees peeled
- 1-2 tablespoon lychee syrup or simple syrup
Instructions
Brew the tea:
- Bring water to a boil (about 200°F/93°C).
- Steep 1-2 tablespoon of lychee black tea leaves in hot water for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like it.
- Once brewed, strain out the tea leaves or remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
Assemble:
- To a tall glass filled with ice, add in fresh lychees, lychee syrup (or simple syrup), and pour in cooled black tea.
- Give it a stir and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 37mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.1mg