Iced Yuzu Citrus Tea
Iced Yuzu Citrus Tea – Refreshing Japanese Starbucks Copycat Recipe
If you've ever stepped into a Japanese Starbucks, you know how exciting their seasonal drinks can be. While they have plenty of innovative coffee options, the one that has captured my heart, especially during the summer months, is the Iced Yuzu Citrus Tea.
The first sip is a burst of sweet and tangy flavor, thanks to the bits of yuzu peel that make their way through the straw. Once you mix it with the refreshing black tea, the taste is unbeatable - a truly refreshing summer drink.
If you're craving that same flavor at home, you're in luck. Here's how to recreate this homemade iced tea from the Japanese Starbucks favorite in your own kitchen.
RECIPE
Servings: 2
Time: 10 min
Ingredients:
2 cups boiled water
2 tbsp yuzu jam
1 tbsp honey
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Instructions:
Start by boiling water.
Brew the tea by placing the tea bags in a teapot, adding the boiled water, and steeping for 4-5 minutes.
While the tea steeps, chop the yuzu peels in the yuzu jam into small bits.
In a glass, combine the yuzu jam and honey. Pour in the brewed tea, mix well, and add ice cubes for that refreshing iced tea experience.
Why You will Love this recipe:
This recipe is a simple way to bring a little taste of Japan into your home, perfect for a hot day. Not only is it delicious, but it's also a healthier alternative to sugary store-bought drinks. So, next time you're craving something refreshing, skip the coffeehouse line and whip up this cooling tea instead.
Tips to make it close to the Japanese Starbucks’ Yuzu Citrus Tea, chop the Yuzu peels into small bits - this is exactly what you get from the bottom of the Starbucks cup. Also adding honey makes it more mild and perfect sweetness contrasted with the citrusy Yuzu taste.
