Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea
Celebrate summer with this Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea. Light, healthy and flavorful, this infused green tea is perfect served over ice on a hot day. Option to enjoy warm too.
Loaded with fresh pineapple slices, sliced lime, fresh ginger, cool cucumber slices, honey and fresh mint, this infused mint green tea is summer in a glass. Fully customizable, this infused tea can be modified to include your favorite ingredients.
Flavor Variations
If you love infused tea, try my other recipes!
- Raspberry Lemon Infused Black Tea
- Grapefruit Lime Infused Mint Green Tea
- Infused Skin Tea
- Pineapple Peel Infused Tea
- Strawberry Lemon Infused Iced Tea
- Infused Reset Tea
- Infused Herbal Berry Tea
- Healthyish Digestion Tea
Ingredients Needed for Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea
- Pineapple – You’ll need 2-3 slices of fresh pineapple for this tea. Option to add a splash of fresh pineapple juice for an extra punch of flavor. Try this handy pineapple corer for easy slicing.
- Citrus – This recipe calls for fresh 3-4 slices of fresh lime. About one lime, remove ends.
- Cucumber – You’ll need 5-6 slices of fresh cucumber for this recipe. I like using English cucumbers but whatever you have on hand works perfectly too!
- Ginger – This recipe calls for a few slices of fresh ginger. One small knob, sliced into 2-3 pieces will work perfectly.
- Honey – This recipe calls for a touch of honey. The honey adds an extra layer of sweetness that’s hard to beat. Option to add as much or as little honey as you desire based on your preferred sweetness level.
- Herbs – This recipe calls for a few sprigs of fresh mint. However, you could use basil instead.
- Tea Bags – Add 1 or 2 Art of Tea, mint green tea bags to the pot and allow them to steep. For stronger tea add two tea bags, for lighter tea add one.
- Hot Water – This is the 40-ounce Tea Bloom tea pot and kettle, so you’ll need 3-4 cups of boiling water. If you use the 27-ounce kettle, you’ll add 2-3 cups of boiling water.
How to Make Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea
Boil a pot of water and grab your 40-ounce Tea Bloom, tea kettle. Add the sliced pineapple, sliced limes, sliced cucumber, sliced ginger, honey, mint and 1-2 mint green tea bags. (Option to add a splash of fresh pineapple juice for a stronger pop of flavor)
Pour 3-4 cups of boiling water over the ingredients, then seal the lid. Steep for 5-10 minutes. Enjoy warm or over ice for a refreshing iced tea.
Tea Essentials – Here are links to the handy tools used in this recipe. Tea Bloom Tea Kettle, Pineapple Corer, and Vintage Glasses.
How to Store
Infused teas are best enjoyed immediately after steeping. However, once cool, the tea can be strained, covered and stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
If you love infused tea, try my other recipes!
- Raspberry Lemon Infused Black Tea
- Grapefruit Lime Infused Mint Green Tea
- Infused Skin Tea
- Pineapple Peel Infused Tea
- Strawberry Lemon Infused Iced Tea
- Infused Reset Tea
- Infused Herbal Berry Tea
- Healthyish Digestion Tea
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ’s
I don’t like mint; can I use another herb? Yes, you can try basil!
Where did you get the tea kettle? Here is a link to the tea kettle and other essentials for this recipe.
What size kettle do you have? I have both the 27-ounce and the 40-ounce. The 27-ounce kettle is perfect for 1-2 people the 40-ounce kettle is perfect for 2-3 people.
Can I enjoy my tea over a few days? Yes, once the tea has cooled, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to two days. Make sure it is well strained before adding it to an airtight container and refrigerating.
What’s your favorite tea brand? I LOVE Art of Tea. Here is a link to all my favorite tea essentials.
What can I store my tea in? You can use this glass carafe with lid or these plastic carafe’s. The glass is less prone for staining.
Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea
Ingredients
- 2-3 slices pineapple, fresh
- 1 sliced lime, remove ends
- 6 slices cucumber
- 2-3 slices ginger, fresh, 1 small knob
- 2 teaspoons honey, adjust according to preferred sweetness
- 3 sprigs mint, fresh
- 1-2 mint green tea bags, Art of Tea, depending on preferred strength
Instructions
How to Make Pineapple Lime Infused Green Tea
- Boil a pot of water and grab your 40-ounce Tea Bloom, tea kettle. Add the sliced pineapple, sliced limes, sliced cucumber, sliced ginger, honey, mint and 1-2 Mint Green Tea Bags. (Option to add a splash of fresh pineapple juice for a stronger pop of flavor)
- Pour 3-4 cups of boiling water over the ingredients, then seal the lid. Steep for 5-10 minutes. Enjoy warm or over ice for a refreshing iced tea.
Notes
Infused teas are best enjoyed immediately after steeping. However, once cool, the tea can be strained, covered and stored in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.
