Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Jasmine Green Tea Base
- Jasmine green tea bags or loose leaf tea: This gives the drink its floral aroma and smooth green tea flavor.
- Hot water: Use hot water that is slightly cooled, not fully boiling, so the green tea stays smooth instead of bitter.
- Cold water: Helps cool the tea quickly and makes the drink lighter and more refreshing.
For the Honey Lemon Flavor
- Honey: Adds natural sweetness and a soft floral flavor that pairs beautifully with jasmine tea.
- Fresh lemon juice: Brightens the drink and balances the sweetness.
- Lemon slices: Optional, but they make the drink look fresh and beautiful.
- Lemon zest: Optional, but a tiny pinch gives extra citrus aroma.
For Serving
- Ice cubes: Essential for that cold, refreshing iced tea finish.
- Fresh mint: Optional, but it adds a cooling flavor and pretty green garnish.
- Extra honey drizzle: Perfect if you like a sweeter drink.
- Edible flowers: Optional for a beautiful café-style or Pinterest-style presentation.
Flavor Variations
For a sparkling version, replace some of the cold water with sparkling water right before serving. For a fruity version, add muddled strawberries, peach slices, cucumber, or orange slices. For a stronger tea flavor, use more tea bags or steep a little longer, but avoid over-steeping because green tea can become bitter.
If you want a sweeter drink, add more honey while the tea is still warm so it dissolves easily. If you want a lighter wellness-style drink, use less honey and add extra lemon juice.
