Best 6 Tropic Tea Recipes

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Tropic tea is a delightful cold beverage typically made with a combination of exotic fruits and herbs. Originating from the tropics, it offers a vibrant and refreshing taste experience. While tropic tea can be enjoyed all year round, it's particularly popular during summer months due to its cooling and thirst-quenching properties. With a colorful array of ingredients like pineapple, mango, and passion fruit, tropic tea not only tantalizes the taste buds but also boasts numerous health benefits.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

TROPICAL TEA



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Brew a batch of this fragrant, flavorful tea in a slow cooker for your next family gathering. -Irene Helen Zundel, Carmichaels, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 2h15m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 cups boiling water
6 tea bags
1-1/2 cups orange juice
1-1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
1/3 cup sugar
1 medium navel orange, halved and sliced
2 tablespoons honey
Pineapple and orange wedges, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine boiling water and tea bags. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Stir in the remaining ingredients., Cover and cook on low for 2-4 hours or until heated through. If desired, serve with pineapple and orange wedges. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 82 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

TROPICAL TEA



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Iced tea becomes a tropical orange treat when it's mixed with fruity flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Beverage

Time 10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 1/2 cups water
4 cups iced tea
1 can (12 ounces) frozen pineapple-orange juice concentrate, thawed
Fresh mint leaf, if desired

Steps:

  • Mix water, iced tea and juice concentrate in large pitcher.
  • Serve over ice. Garnish with mint.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 5 mg

TROPICAL TEA



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Make and share this Tropical Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Tisme

Categories     Beverages

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups orange juice
4 tea bags
1/4 cup lemon juice
2 pieces cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
1 dash ground nutmeg
4 lemon slices (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the orange juice to a boil. Remove from heat and add all other ingredients except for lemon slices.
  • Cover and let steep for 5 minutes or until desired strength. Remove tea bags allow to cool then chill.
  • Strain and serve in glasses garnished with lemon.

TROPIC TEA



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This is a tropical pick-me-up delicious beverage! Garnish with a mint leaf.

Provided by Cari

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup very hot water
2 tea bags (such as Lipton®)
1 tablespoon firmly packed fresh spearmint leaves
5 cubes ice, or as desired
1 tablespoon simple syrup, or to taste
½ fluid ounce pear-flavored vodka (such as Absolut®)

Steps:

  • Pour water into a glass and add tea bags. Steep tea until water is very dark, about 4 minutes; discard tea bags.
  • Crush spearmint leaves in the bottom of a 12-ounce glass until leaves are bruised and broken up. Stir ice, tea, and simple syrup into glass. Pour vodka into glass and stir.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 9 mg

AUSTRALIAN TROPICAL TEA



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Make and share this Australian Tropical Tea recipe from Food.com.

Provided by AlainaF

Categories     Beverages

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups orange juice
4 tea bags
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves
1 dash ground nutmeg
4 lemon slices, for garnish

Steps:

  • Bring orange juice to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and add all other ingredients except lemon slices.
  • Cover and let steep 5 minutes or until desired strength.
  • Remove tea bags.
  • Allow to cool, then chill.
  • Strain and serve in small goblets, garnished with lemon slices.

TROPIC TEA



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This is a tropical pick-me-up delicious beverage! Garnish with a mint leaf.

Provided by Cari

Categories     Vodka Drinks

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup very hot water
2 tea bags (such as Lipton®)
1 tablespoon firmly packed fresh spearmint leaves
5 cubes ice, or as desired
1 tablespoon simple syrup, or to taste
½ fluid ounce pear-flavored vodka (such as Absolut®)

Steps:

  • Pour water into a glass and add tea bags. Steep tea until water is very dark, about 4 minutes; discard tea bags.n
  • Crush spearmint leaves in the bottom of a 12-ounce glass until leaves are bruised and broken up. Stir ice, tea, and simple syrup into glass. Pour vodka into glass and stir.n

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6 calories, Carbohydrate 9.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 9 mg

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful fruits: The quality of your fruit will greatly impact the flavor of your tropic tea. Choose fruits that are ripe and in season for the best results.
  • Use a variety of fruits: Don't be afraid to mix and match different fruits to create your own unique tropic tea blend. Some popular combinations include pineapple, mango, orange, and papaya.
  • Add herbs and spices for extra flavor: Herbs and spices can add a delicious and refreshing twist to your tropic tea. Try adding mint, basil, ginger, or lemongrass.
  • Sweeten your tea to taste: If you like your tea sweet, add honey, agave nectar, or simple syrup to taste. You can also use flavored syrups, such as pineapple or mango syrup, to add extra flavor.
  • Serve your tea hot or cold: Tropic tea can be enjoyed hot or cold. If you're serving it hot, steep the tea bags or loose tea in hot water for 3-5 minutes. If you're serving it cold, brew the tea as usual and then let it cool completely before serving.

Conclusion:

Tropic tea is a delicious, refreshing, and healthy way to enjoy the flavors of the tropics. With its vibrant colors and tropical flavors, tropic tea is sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink, give tropic tea a try. You won't be disappointed!

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