Picnic Tea Punch
Cool off your summer gatherings with a refreshing twist by serving Picnic Tea Punch—a vibrant, fruity crowd-pleaser that's perfect for outdoor celebrations. This thirst-quenching beverage starts with the deep, robust flavor of black tea, sweetened to perfection and infused with a medley of pineapple, orange, and zesty lemon juices. Lightly carbonated with a splash of club soda, this punch offers just the right amount of fizz to complement its sweet-tart harmony. Topped with slices of citrus and fresh mint, this chilled drink is visually stunning and irresistibly fresh. Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal prep, it’s ideal for picnics, barbecues, or any sunny afternoon. Skip the store-bought drinks and delight your guests with this homemade, flavorful alternative.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 0.5 cups lemon juice
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 cups club soda
- 3 cups ice cubes
- 1 piece lemon slices
- 1 piece orange slices
- 0.25 cups mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil and pour it into a large heatproof pitcher or bowl.
Add the black tea bags to the boiling water and let them steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard them.
Stir in the granulated sugar while the tea is still hot, ensuring that the sugar dissolves completely.
Allow the tea to cool for about 10 minutes at room temperature.
Once cooled, add the pineapple juice, orange juice, lemon juice, and 4 cups of cold water to the tea. Stir well to combine.
Transfer the mixture to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Just before serving, gently stir in the club soda to give the punch a little fizz.
Fill a large serving pitcher or bowl with ice cubes and float lemon slices, orange slices, and fresh mint leaves on top as garnishes.
Serve immediately in individual glasses, ensuring each glass gets some ice and garnishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
950 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.1 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.0 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 213.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 299 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1744 mg | 37% | |
*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.
