Name: Passion Fruit Iced Tea
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups water, divided; 3 black tea bags; 1/4 cup vegan granulated sugar; 3/4 cup passion fruit pulp; Ice; Mint sprig, for garnish (optional)

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I make Passion Fruit Iced Tea when the day is warm and I need a quick cool drink. I keep the parts for it on a shelf. I can make it fast after work or on a slow weekend. I like the bright taste and simple work it takes.

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This drink helps me when I want something fresh and light. I do not want soda or a heavy drink. Passion Fruit Iced Tea fits that need. It feels clean and not too sweet if I use less sugar. I make a small pitcher and keep it in the fridge for a few days.

Passion Fruit Iced Tea is a cold tea drink with a bright, tart fruit flavor. This recipe mixes black tea, sugar, and passion fruit pulp. It tastes fruity and mildly sweet. The tea keeps the drink smooth. The passion fruit adds a sharp, tropical note and a bit of texture from the seeds. People often drink it on hot days, at picnics, or with light meals. It works well with grilled food or a simple snack. If you like iced tea, you will find this one fresh and easy. For a different fruit tea idea, try a similar drink like Refreshing Mango Hibiscus Iced Tea for another summer option.

why make this recipe

Make this recipe because it is quick and simple. The full make time is short. You boil water, steep tea, stir in sugar, mix in fruit, and cool. You can finish it in about 10 minutes plus cool time. The steps are easy and use few items. The flavor is bright and clean. It is not heavy. You can change the sugar level to suit your taste. It is also good for daily use. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and pour a glass when you want. This fits small kitchens and busy days well.

how to make Passion Fruit Iced Tea

First, warm and steep the tea to make a strong base. Let the tea bags sit for just a few minutes so the tea stays smooth and not bitter. Next, stir in sugar while the tea is warm so it melts well. Then add cool water to bring the tea down to room temperature. After that, stir in the passion fruit pulp. The pulp gives the drink its bright fruit taste and a bit of texture. Finally, pour the mix over ice. Serve at once. If you want seeds out, you can strain the tea before serving. This method keeps the steps simple and the taste balanced. For a quick side or snack to go with this tea, you may like the fast ideas in the 5-minute fruit smoothie bowl post.

Ingredients

3 cups water, divided
3 black tea bags
1/4 cup vegan granulated sugar
3/4 cup passion fruit pulp
Ice
Mint sprig, for garnish (optional)

Each item has a small job. The water makes the tea and cools it. Use half the water to brew the tea. Use the other half to cool it down. The tea bags give the drink its base flavor. Black tea works well because it holds up to fruit. The sugar sweetens the drink. You can add less or more to match your taste. The passion fruit pulp gives the bright, tart flavor. It also adds tiny seeds and a bit of texture. Ice makes the drink cold and refreshing. A mint sprig adds a fresh smell and a small boost of green flavor if you like.

Directions

Bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil, then remove from heat. Add your tea bags and allow the tea to steep for 3-4 minutes.
Remove the tea bags, then add your sugar and whisk until it’s completely dissolved.
Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of room-temperature water to cool the tea, then add passion fruit pulp to the tea and stir well.
Add ice to your serving glasses, then pour the tea over ice and garnish with a mint sprig (if desired), and serve immediately.

Leftover tea can be kept in an airtight pitcher in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. The tea may settle after sitting for a while, so stir before pouring. Remove tea bags after 3-4 minutes to keep the tea from getting bitter. If you use loose leaf tea, steep it in a filter or strainer. If you prefer no seeds, strain the tea through a fine sieve after you add the pulp. Each step has a reason: steeping extracts flavor, dissolving sugar sweetens evenly, adding cool water lowers the drink to a safe serving temp, and adding pulp last keeps the fruit flavor fresh.

how to serve Passion Fruit Iced Tea

Serve this tea in a tall glass with lots of ice for a drunk-cold drink. You can add a mint sprig or a thin slice of lemon for a small boost of smell and taste. For a party, put the tea in a clear pitcher so guests can see the fruit bits. You can also make single-serve jars to take on a picnic. The tea pairs well with light foods like sandwiches, salads, and grilled vegetables. For a simple summer meal, we often serve this tea with a main like Amish Hamburger Steak Bake or with a light salad. Keep serving simple so the tea stays the star.

how to store Passion Fruit Iced Tea

Store the tea in the fridge in a covered pitcher or jar. Use a tight lid so the tea keeps its flavor and does not pick up fridge smells. The tea stays good for 3-4 days. Give the pitcher a stir before pouring because the pulp can settle. Do not freeze the tea with the pulp in it; ice crystals can break the fruit texture. If you want to freeze, strain out the pulp first and freeze the plain tea in ice cube trays. Thaw in the fridge and add fresh passion fruit pulp when you serve. Use glass or BPA-free plastic containers for best taste.

tips to make Passion Fruit Iced Tea

Use fresh or frozen passion fruit pulp for best taste. If the pulp is very tart, add a bit more sugar. If you want less texture, strain the seeds out. Do not steep tea for too long. Over-steeping makes the tea bitter. Stir sugar into warm tea to make it dissolve fully. Let the tea cool a bit before adding the pulp so the fruit flavor stays bright. If the tea sits, stir it before serving to bring back the mix. Use room-temperature water for the second half to cool the tea with less dilution. Keep extra tea in the fridge for an easy refill.

variation

You can change this drink in simple ways. Swap black tea for green tea for a lighter base. Use honey or agave in place of sugar if you like. Try adding a small splash of club soda when you serve for a fizzy version. Mix in other fruit pulps, like mango or guava, for a new flavor feel. If you want a sweeter drink, add more sugar or a flavored syrup. If you do not want seeds, press the pulp through a strainer. If you like herbs, steep a sprig of basil or mint with the tea for extra aroma. These swaps keep the method the same but change the end taste.

FAQs

Q: How long does Passion Fruit Iced Tea keep in the fridge? A: Keep it in a closed pitcher for 3-4 days. Stir before pouring.

Q: Can I use loose leaf tea? A: Yes. Steep loose leaf in a tea infuser or filter. Then remove before you add sugar.

Q: Can I skip the sugar? A: Yes. The drink will taste tarter. Try a small amount first.

Q: How do I remove the seeds? A: Pour the tea through a fine sieve after you add the pulp. Press the pulp to get more juice.

Q: Can I make this drink for a party? A: Yes. Make a big pitcher and chill it. Add ice right before guests come.

Conclusion

For another simple take on passion fruit tea, see Passion Fruit Iced Tea (Only 4 Ingredients!) – Girl Gone Gourmet for ideas. You can also compare methods with this version at Passion Fruit Iced Tea | Steph Sunshine.