Hawaiian Plantation Iced Tea

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 15

Refreshing Hawaiian Plantation Iced Tea recipe for a hot summer day

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

5 min

Ready In

10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 quart barely boiling hot water
	4 orange pekoe tea bags
	1 quart ice cold water
	1 can pineapple juice
	1/2 cup simple syrup ( optional )
	1 fresh pineapple - peeled , cored , and cut into spears

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

Sugar

15g

Fat

The Hawaiian Plantation Iced Tea is a beloved drink in the Hawaiian islands, and is often served at backyard barbecues, luaus, and other festive occasions. This refreshing beverage is made with black tea, ice-cold water, pineapple juice, and fresh pineapple spears. It's a blast of tropical flavors that's perfect to sip on a hot summer day, and can be enjoyed with or without simple syrup depending on personal preference.

Instructions

1.	In a large pitcher, steep the tea bags in barely boiling hot water for 3-5 minutes.
2.	Remove the tea bags and add ice cold water to the pitcher.
3.	Stir in the pineapple juice and simple syrup (if using).
4.	Slice the fresh pineapple into spears and add them to the pitcher.

PROS

This iced tea is a perfect thirst-quencher on hot summer days, and the addition of pineapple provides a tropical twist.

The simple syrup (optional) adds a touch of sweetness without being overly sugary.

CONS

This drink contains added sugar from the pineapple juice and simple syrup if using, and should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

Some people may not enjoy the taste of pineapple in their iced tea.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This beverage is a good source of hydration and contains antioxidants from the tea and pineapple juice. Pineapple is also rich in vitamin C, which helps support the immune system.