7 Refreshing Ways to Enjoy Green Tea This Summer
Summer is the perfect time to explore new and exciting ways to enjoy your favorite teas. Cold brewing offers a refreshing twist, allowing you to savor the delicate flavors and aromas of high-quality Japanese teas in a chilled format. Whether you prefer sencha, kukicha, or matcha, we've got some delightful recipes to keep you cool and hydrated all summer long. Let's dive into some fun and easy-to-make cold brew tea recipes using a HARIO bottle.
1. Rosemary Sencha
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Sencha Fukamushi
- 2 stems of rosemary
- Optional: Top off with sparkling water
Instructions
Step 1: Add 2 tablespoons of Sencha Fukamushi to your HARIO bottle.
Step 2: Insert 2 stems of rosemary.
Step 3: Fill the bottle with cold water and let it steep in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
Step 4: For an extra refreshing twist, top off with sparkling water before serving.
Tips: You can experiment with other herbs as well. Lavender and basil are great alternatives that pair wonderfully with sencha.
2. Mint Kukicha
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Kukicha
- 8 mint leaves (adjust to taste)
- Optional: Top off with tonic water
Instructions
Step 1: Place 2 tablespoons of Kukicha into your HARIO bottle.
Step 2: Add 8 fresh mint leaves.
Step 3: Fill the bottle with cold water and let it steep in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
Step 4: For a fizzy delight, top off with tonic water before serving.
3. Yuzu Matcha Kukicha Tonic
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Yuzu Matcha Kukicha
- Tonic water
Instructions
Step 1: Add 2 tablespoons of Yuzu Matcha Kukicha to your HARIO bottle.
Step 2: Fill the bottle with cold water and let it steep in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Pour the brewed tea into a glass and top off with tonic water for a zesty, refreshing drink.
4. Fruit Sencha
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp Organic Sencha Asamushi
- Your choice of fruit (e.g., berries, citrus slices, apple slices)
- Optional: Top off with sparkling water
Instructions
Step 1: Add 2 tablespoons of Organic Sencha Asamushi to your HARIO bottle.
Step 2: Add your favorite fruits.
Step 3: Fill the bottle with cold water and let it steep in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
Step 4: Enhance the fruity flavors by topping off with sparkling water before serving.
Refreshing Matcha Mocktails
For those who enjoy matcha, here are some refreshing matcha mocktail recipes that are perfect for summer. These drinks are easy to prepare and provide a unique and enjoyable way to experience the vibrant flavors of matcha.
5. Matcha Tonic
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha, whisked
- Tonic water
Instructions
Step 1: Whisk 1 teaspoon of matcha with 3 oz of water until smooth.
Step 2: Fill a glass with tonic water.
Step 3: Gently pour the whisked matcha on top and enjoy a vibrant, fizzy mocktail.
6. Matcha Mule
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha, whisked
- Ginger beer
- Lime juice
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Step 1: Whisk 1 teaspoon of matcha with 3 oz of water until smooth.
Step 2: In a glass, combine ginger beer, a squeeze of lime juice, and fresh mint leaves.
Step 3: Top off with the whisked matcha and stir gently.
7. Matcha Strawberry Lemonade
Ingredients:
- 1 tsp matcha, whisked with 3 oz water
- 4 strawberries, mashed
- Lemonade
Instructions
Step 1: Mash 4 strawberries at the bottom of a glass.
Step 2: Add lemonade to the glass.
Step 3: Top off with whisked matcha for a delightful and colorful summer drink.
These cold brew and matcha mocktail recipes are just a few ways to beat the heat and enjoy the summer with refreshing tea drinks. Experiment with different fruits, herbs, and mixers to create your own unique beverages. Embrace the season with the delightful flavors of our premium Japanese tea.