Tennessee Fruit Tea
Transport yourself to the heart of the South with this refreshing Tennessee Fruit Tea, a delightful blend of fresh citrus juices, black tea, and a touch of sweetness. This Southern classic combines the robust flavor of steeped black tea with the vibrant tang of pineapple, orange, and lemon juices, creating a perfectly balanced drink that's as invigorating as it is delicious. Garnished with fresh lemon slices and served over ice, it's the ultimate thirst-quencher for warm afternoons or backyard gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make fruit tea is perfect for serving a crowd, making it a must-have addition to your summer drink repertoire. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or just relaxing on the porch, Tennessee Fruit Tea is sure to become your go-to refreshing beverage.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 8 cups water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 2 cups orange juice
- 0.25 cups lemon juice
- 1 whole fresh lemon slices
- 4 cups ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Add the black tea bags to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, and let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
Pour the sweetened tea into a large pitcher and let it cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
Add the pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Thinly slice the fresh lemon and add the slices to the pitcher for a hint of decorative citrus flavor.
Add 4 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the tea completely.
Serve the Tennessee Fruit Tea over additional ice in individual glasses and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
896 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.3 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 1441 mg | 31% | |
*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.
