Pineapple Sage Tea Hot or Iced
Discover the refreshing simplicity of Pineapple Sage Tea, a versatile herbal beverage that can be enjoyed hot or iced. This recipe harnesses the unique, tropical aroma of fresh pineapple sage leaves, steeped to perfection for a naturally soothing flavor. Sweetened with honey or your favorite alternative and brightened with a splash of fresh lemon juice, this tea is a delightful treat for any season. Whether served steaming in a cozy mug or chilled over ice for a revitalizing summer sip, this caffeine-free tea impresses with its delicate herbal notes and zesty citrus finish. Quick to make with just a handful of ingredients and customizable garnishes like lemon slices, Pineapple Sage Tea is the perfect addition to your tea repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 leaves Fresh pineapple sage leaves
- 4 cups Water
- 2 tablespoons Honey or sweetener of choice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Optional: Ice cubes (for iced tea)
- 2 slices Optional: Lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
Rinse the fresh pineapple sage leaves thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Once the water has reached a boil, remove it from heat and add the fresh pineapple sage leaves.
Cover the saucepan with a lid and let the leaves steep for 10 minutes to extract their flavor and aroma.
Strain the tea into a teapot or a heatproof pitcher, discarding the sage leaves.
Stir in the honey or sweetener of your choice and fresh lemon juice until fully dissolved.
For hot tea: Pour the tea into mugs and garnish with a lemon slice, if desired. Serve immediately.
For iced tea: Let the tea cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for about 30 minutes. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with a lemon slice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
138 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.1 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 90 mg | 2% | |
*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.
