Go Back
–+ servings
Refreshing green tea lemonade made with freshly squeezed lemon juice and sweetened tea, served over ice with mint garnish. Perfect summer drink!

Green Tea Lemonade

Author: Ellie James
80kcal
Share Print
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 5 minutes
Total 15 minutes
A sunny and refreshing blend of earthy green tea and bright lemon juice. This citrusy drink is perfect for summer sips, brunches, or a healthy afternoon pick-me-up—cool, crisp, and full of antioxidants!
Servings 4 glasses
Course Drink
Cuisine Fusion, Wellness

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 2 green tea bags
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4–6 lemons)
  • 3 cups cold water
  • ice cubes
  • fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
  • lemon slices for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • small saucepan
  • pitcher
  • mixing spoon
  • citrus juicer
  • serving glasses

Method

  1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup of water to a simmer. Remove from heat and add green tea bags. Steep for 3–5 minutes, then discard the bags.
  2. Stir in the sugar until dissolved. Allow sweetened tea to cool to room temperature.
  3. In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea, lemon juice, and 3 cups cold water. Stir well.
  4. Taste and adjust with more sugar or lemon juice if needed.
  5. Fill glasses with ice, pour over the green tea lemonade, and garnish with mint or lemon slices. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories80kcalCarbohydrates20gSodium2mgPotassium70mgSugar18gVitamin C30mgCalcium4mgIron0.2mg

Notes

For a lighter version, swap sugar with stevia or agave. Try adding fresh basil or thyme for an herbal twist. To elevate your presentation, freeze mint leaves and lemon wheels into ice cubes!

Private Notes

Click here to add your own private notes.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!