Green Tea Champagne
Elevate your next celebration with the refreshing allure of Green Tea Champagne, a sophisticated fusion of earthy green tea, zesty lemon, and effervescent champagne. This recipe combines antioxidant-rich green tea with a hint of honey or sugar for subtle sweetness, complemented by the brightness of fresh lemon juice. Once chilled, it’s topped with sparkling champagne and served over crushed ice for a crisp, bubbly delight. Perfect as a unique cocktail for brunches, bridal showers, or festive evenings, this drink is garnished with lemon slices and mint leaves for an irresistible visual and flavor appeal. With just 10 minutes of prep, Green Tea Champagne is an effortlessly elegant way to toast any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 teabags or teaspoons Green tea leaves or tea bags
- 250 milliliters Hot water
- 2 teaspoons Honey or sugar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 500 milliliters Champagne or sparkling wine
- 1 cup Crushed ice
- 2 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring water to a gentle boil and pour over the green tea leaves or tea bags in a heat-proof cup or teapot.
Let the tea steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your preferred strength.
Remove the tea leaves or tea bags and stir in honey or sugar until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Add the fresh lemon juice to the cooled tea and mix well.
Fill two champagne glasses halfway with crushed ice.
Divide the cooled green tea mixture evenly between the two glasses, leaving room for the champagne.
Top off each glass with champagne or sparkling wine, pouring slowly to maintain the bubbles.
Garnish with a lemon slice and a couple of mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 77 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 378 mg | 8% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
