Acadia's Tropical Iced Tea is a delightful and refreshing beverage that captures the vibrant flavors of the tropics. This tantalizing tea combines the zesty tang of hibiscus and lemongrass with the sweet notes of pineapple and mango, creating a symphony of flavors that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise. The addition of fresh mint adds a refreshing touch, while a hint of honey brings a touch of sweetness to balance the tartness of the hibiscus.
This article presents two variations of Acadia's Tropical Iced Tea: a classic version and a sparkling version. The classic version is a simple yet satisfying blend of hibiscus, lemongrass, pineapple, mango, and mint, while the sparkling version adds a touch of effervescence with the addition of sparkling water. Both versions are easy to make and can be enjoyed as a refreshing drink on a hot summer day or as a delightful accompaniment to a tropical-themed meal.
PERFECT ICED TEA
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 4m
Yield 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Hot-Brewed:
- Bring 8 cups water to a simmer; remove from the heat and add 3 tablespoons loose tea or 6 tea bags. Let steep about 4 minutes, until it's the strength you like. Strain loose tea with a fine-mesh sieve or remove the tea bags. Let cool, then transfer to a pitcher, cover and refrigerate.
- Cold-Brewed:
- Combine 8 cups cold water and 6 tablespoons loose tea or 10 tea bags in a pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 15 to 36 hours, until it's the strength you like. Strain loose tea with a fine-mesh sieve or remove the tea bags.
- Sweet Teas:
- Combine 3/4 cup each sugar and water in a saucepan and add 1 infuser, if desired. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves, then remove from the heat and let cool. Strain the infused syrup through a fine-mesh sieve (you'll get about 1 cup).
- Orange Add 6 strips zest
- Blackberries 1 cup
- Cinnamon 2 sticks
- Lavender 3 tablespoons dried
- Vanilla 1 halved bean
- Mint 3 sprigs
- Ginger 1 cup sliced
- Lemon 8 strips zest
- Nectarine 1 cup chopped
- Cucumber 2 cups chopped
ACADIA'S TROPICAL ICED TEA
Make and share this Acadia's Tropical Iced Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AcadiaTwo
Categories Punch Beverage
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Boil water in Tea Pot.
- Pour water over tea bags and let steep for 15 minutes.
- Discard tea bags.
- In a plastic pitcher add 2 cups of ice.
- Add tea to cool down.
- After cooled, may transfer to a glass pitcher.
- Added pineapple orange juice and coconut juice to tea and mix together.
- Add 1/2 a cup of ice to each glass and pour tea/juice mixture over ice.
- May garnish with slice of pineapple.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.8, Sodium 16.3, Carbohydrate 22.1, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 21.7, Protein 2.4
TROPICAL TEA
Brew a batch of this fragrant, flavorful tea in a slow cooker for your next family gathering. -Irene Helen Zundel, Carmichaels, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h15m
Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Cover and cook on low for 2-4 hours or until heated through. If desired, serve with pineapple and orange wedges. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
HAWAIIAN PLANTATION ICED TEA
Iced black tea with accented with pineapple juice shows off its Hawaiian roots and makes a refreshing party drink.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Beverages
Time 10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Pour the barely boiling hot water into a large pitcher, and add the tea bags. Steep the tea 2 to 4 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags, and pour in the ice water.
- Pour in the pineapple juice.
- Refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, about 1 1/2 hours.
- Pour the tea over ice, garnish with pineapple spears, and serve.
TROPICAL TEA
Make and share this Tropical Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Tisme
Categories Beverages
Time 1h15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a saucepan, bring the orange juice to a boil. Remove from heat and add all other ingredients except for lemon slices.
- Cover and let steep for 5 minutes or until desired strength. Remove tea bags allow to cool then chill.
- Strain and serve in glasses garnished with lemon.
TROPICAL TEA
Iced tea becomes a tropical orange treat when it's mixed with fruity flavor.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Beverage
Time 10m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Mix water, iced tea and juice concentrate in large pitcher.
- Serve over ice. Garnish with mint.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg
AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL TEA
Make and share this Australian Tropical Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by AlainaF
Categories Beverages
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring orange juice to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add all other ingredients except lemon slices.
- Cover and let steep 5 minutes or until desired strength.
- Remove tea bags.
- Allow to cool, then chill.
- Strain and serve in small goblets, garnished with lemon slices.
IHILANI'S PASSION FRUIT ICED TEA
From Gourmet Magazine May 1998, this iced tea is served at the Ihilani Resort and Spa in Oahu, Hawaii. You can substitute frozen passion fruit puree, available at Latino markets if you cannot find frozen passion fruit concentrate.
Provided by COOKGIRl
Categories Beverages
Time 3h5m
Yield 7 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place the tea bags in a heat proof pitcher. Bring a pot of water just to boil and pour over the tea bags.
- Cover pitcher and allow to steep 3 minutes.
- Once steeping is complete, remove the tea bags and refrigerate for several hours until very cold.
- Stir in remaining ingredients and serve over ice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 56.3, Sodium 5.4, Carbohydrate 14.9, Sugar 14.2
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe fruit.
- If you don't have any simple syrup, you can make your own by combining equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan and heating over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
- To make a non-alcoholic version of this tea, simply omit the rum.
- This tea can be served hot or cold. If you're serving it hot, simply heat it over medium heat until it's warmed through.
- Garnish your tea with a slice of fruit or a sprig of mint for a refreshing presentation.
Conclusion:
Acadia's Tropical Iced Tea is a delicious and refreshing drink that's perfect for any occasion. With its blend of tropical flavors, this tea is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
You'll also love