Delicious Recipe: Cranberry Pineapple Green Tea

Green tea combined with the sweet tanginess of cranberry and pineapple makes for a refreshing and flavorful beverage. Here’s how you can prepare this delightful Cranberry Pineapple Green Tea at home:

Ingredients:

• 2 cups water
• 2 green tea bags
• 1/2 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened for a tart flavor)
• 1/2 cup pineapple juice
• Honey or sugar (optional, to taste)
• Ice cubes
• Fresh pineapple slices and cranberries for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

1. Brew Green Tea:
   • Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan or kettle.
   • Remove from heat and add the green tea bags. Let steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
2. Mix Juices:
   • While the tea is steeping, mix cranberry juice and pineapple juice together in a pitcher or large heatproof container.
3. Combine and Chill:
   • After steeping, remove the tea bags from the hot water and pour the brewed green tea into the pitcher with the mixed juices.
   • Stir well to combine. If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add honey or sugar at this stage, stirring until dissolved.
4. Chill:
   • Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled.
5. Serve:
   • Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled Cranberry Pineapple Green Tea over the ice.
   • Garnish with fresh pineapple slices and cranberries if desired.
6. Enjoy:
   • Stir before drinking to mix any settled flavors, and enjoy your refreshing Cranberry Pineapple Green Tea!

This recipe yields a balance of fruity sweetness from the pineapple and cranberry juices, complemented by the subtle bitterness of green tea, making it a perfect drink for any occasion. Adjust sweetness to your liking and savor the vibrant flavors of this homemade beverage.