2 Thirst Quenching Ice Teas

The weather is getting hot and let’s be honest, who wants to turn on the stove when it’s so hot and sticky. What we really want...and need is a nice, cold, refreshing and not too calorie ladened drink!

That’s exactly what I have prepared. A couple of super satisfying and delicious ice teas that will quench your thirst fast.

Different teas, same health benefits

Matcha - A Japanese green tea that’s made by grinding up young green tea leaves into a fine vividly green powder. Unlike traditional teas, when you drink matcha, you are drinking in the tea leaves themselves. It has a slightly bitter and vegetal flavour and it’s many health benefits including cancer-fighting antioxidants.

Jasmine - A Chinese green tea scented with jasmine blossoms. This mild tea is subtle sweet flavour and a very fragrant aroma. Jasmine tea made from green tea is loaded with polyphenols. These powerful compounds act as antioxidants in your body and have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

In short, both teas are awesome juice!

I used my favourite soy milk to make the Matcha Latte, but any plant based or regular milk will do. Or if you prefer non-milk teas, the Jasmine ice tea provides a lovely floral scent and is ultra refreshing.

Drink now and drink later

And while it’s best to mix the matcha latte right before drinking, the jasmine tea is perfect when made ahead of time…and drank cold straight from the fridge. But rest assure, both drinks will leave you completely invigorated.

So, next time when you feel perched, make these drinks! You’ll be glad that you did.