Best 3 Grapefruit Tea Recipes

Welcome to the world of delightful flavors and refreshing aromas! In this article, we'll embark on a culinary journey to discover the best recipe for grapefruit tea, a beverage that combines the tangy tartness of grapefruit with the soothing warmth of tea leaves. Whether you're looking to start your day with a burst of citrusy energy or unwind after a long day with a relaxing cup of tea, this guide will lead you to the perfect recipe that suits your taste preferences and complements your lifestyle. So, let's dive into the wonderful world of grapefruit tea and find the recipe that will tantalize your taste buds!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WARM GRAPEFRUIT TEA

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This refreshing recipe for warm grapefruit tea was first published in the February 2008 issue of Body+Soul.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

2 cups ruby red grapefruit juice (squeezed from 2 grapefruits)
2 to 4 tablespoons honey
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon whole allspice berries

Steps:

In a medium pot, combine juice, honey, cinnamon, allspice, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil over high heat; strain and discard solids. Serve with a grapefruit segment or strip of zest.

GRAPEFRUIT TEA COOKIES

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My mother originally made these in her culinary arts class in high school in 1975 and they were made with lemon. I love the lemon but I wanted to make these and realized I didn't have any lemons so I used what I did have, grapefruit. They turned out wonderful! I bet they would be good made with oranges too. The glaze is different from your regular iced cookie with the granulated sugar giving a nice texture on top. Yummy!

Provided by J. Brooke

Categories Desserts Cookies Drop Cookie Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
1 ½ teaspoons grapefruit juice
½ cup milk
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon grated grapefruit zest
¾ cup white sugar
¼ cup grapefruit juice

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Whisk flour, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl.
Mix 1 1/2 teaspoon of grapefruit juice into milk in a small bowl, and set aside for about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mash the butter with 3/4 cup of sugar until creamy and well combined, and beat in the egg and grapefruit zest until thoroughly combined. Beat the milk into the butter mixture about 2 tablespoons at a time, alternating with the flour mixture, until the dough is smooth. Drop by teaspoons onto ungreased baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven until set and very lightly browned, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool on racks.
Make glaze by mixing 3/4 cup sugar with 1/4 cup grapefruit juice. Brush glaze onto cooled cookies; let stand until glaze is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 14.7 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 65.9 mg, Sugar 10.2 g

GRAPEFRUIT TEA

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This is a recipe from Body & Soul Magazine. My Mom made it for me when I wasn't feeling well. At first sip, I didn't care for it, but by the end of the glass I loved it! Others who have tried it have said the same, at first you wonder; but then it's great. The article said that red/pink grapefruits are high in lycopene and vitamins A and C. They also offer potassium and folate.

Provided by Lawsome

Categories Beverages

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

2 cups ruby red grapefruit juice, freshly squeezed (about 2 grapefruits)
2 tablespoons honey (may add more to taste)
1 cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon allspice berry
1/2 cup water

Steps:

In an medium pot, combine juice, honey cinnamon, allspice and water.
Bring to a boil over high heat; strain and discard solids.
Note - When I strained it, I tried to get as much as pulp pushed through the strainer as possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 89.4, Fat 0.1, Sodium 3.5, Carbohydrate 22.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 22.4, Protein 0.8

Tips:

Choose the right grapefruit. Look for grapefruits that are heavy for their size, with a smooth, unblemished rind. Avoid grapefruits that have soft spots or bruises.
Zest the grapefruit before juicing it. This will release the essential oils from the peel, which will give your tea a more flavorful citrus taste.
Use fresh grapefruit juice. Bottled or canned grapefruit juice will not have the same flavor as fresh juice.
Sweeten your tea to taste. Honey, sugar, or stevia are all good options.
Serve your tea hot or cold. Grapefruit tea can be enjoyed both ways.

Conclusion:

Grapefruit tea is a refreshing and flavorful beverage that can be enjoyed year-round. It is a good source of vitamin C and antioxidants, and it can help to boost your immune system. Grapefruit tea is also a low-calorie drink, making it a good choice for people who are watching their weight.

There are many different ways to make grapefruit tea. You can use fresh or bottled grapefruit juice, and you can sweeten it to taste. You can also add other ingredients to your tea, such as honey, ginger, or mint. Experiment with different recipes to find the perfect grapefruit tea for your taste.

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