Pineapple Iced Tea

Name: Pineapple Iced Tea
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 cups filtered water (See Note 1); 10 green tea bags (See Note 2); 1 cup pineapple juice (See Note 3); 1/2 cup sugar (or to taste) (See Note 4); ice, to serve

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A refreshing drink, my Pineapple Iced Tea is easy to prepare, and an ideal drink for a warm day or when you’re after a tasty non-alcoholic beverage! Make a pitcher today!

two glasses of iced tea with a pineapple in the background

Why we love this recipe:

This Pineapple Iced Tea is incredibly quick and easy to make. Throughout the summer I like to keep a pitcher of this crisp and cool drink in my refrigerator; it is refreshing and satisfying, the ideal drink to quench a thirst on a hot summer’s day.

But it’s not just in summer that I like to serve this drink. If the weather is dull and gloomy a glass of this Pineapple Iced Tea immediately boosts spirits as it evokes a tropical atmosphere.

Also, in cooler weather a lot of people have difficulty adequately hydrating themselves. Plain water is simply not appealing so this drink is helpful in this regard.

There are many occasions when you can serve this sweet tea. This recipe is family friendly so you can serve it to your children and their friends, take on a picnic, or to a potluck. As well, if you’re hosting a party a good host will always have a non-alcoholic drink to serve.

two glasses of iced tea on a white towel with a pitcher and pineapple in the background.

Ingredients in this recipe:

Green tea bags – we love the floral taste of green tea in this recipe. It works well with the sweetness of the pineapple juice.

Water – use filtered/un-chlorinated water for the best taste.

Pineapple Juice – make sure to use 100% juice and not from a concentrate.

Sugar – use either regular or caster/superfine sugar.

Ice – the drink is delicious served over ice.

Step by Step instructions:

This Pineapple Iced Tea is super easy to prepare! I like to gather all of my ingredients first.

In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Pour the sugar in the water and stir until dissolved.

Remove from the heat and add the tea bags. Leave them to steep for about 8-10 minutes.
Remove the tea bags, squeezing them free of the excess water. Stir in the pineapple juice.
Place in a pitcher and chill.
Add ice and enjoy!

Tips for Success and FAQs:

This simple recipe can be adapted in a few different ways – read on below for tips for success.

For best results, we recommend making this Pineapple Iced Tea the day you serve it. It will, however, last for up to 3 days in the fridge.

Can I use an alternative sweetener?

Yes, you could use Stevia or Swerve. Add the sweetener to suit your desired sweetness.

Are other teas suitable to use?

Yes, you could use black tea, white tea or even experiment with herbal flavours.

Can I use other fruit juices?

Other fruit juices will work also very well. You could, for example, use orange or pomegranate. Choose fresh juices or all-natural juices, and not a concentrate.

Why is iced tea sometimes bitter?

The bitterness comes from tannins. In general, the longer the tea is brewed the more tannins will be released. Also, it is important to start with good quality tea. Poor quality tea is more likely to be bitter.

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This Pineapple Iced Tea is a refreshing drink which I am sure you will love. Let me know in the comments below when you have given it a try!

Alex xx