Sweet and juicy Mango gives this refreshing iced tea a tropical twist. It certainly doesn’t fail to spread summer and sunshine-y flair.
In our last few weeks in Southeast Asia I ate mangoes every day!
I just knew how much I was going to miss this juicy, sweet, fruit so, I made sure to enjoy it as much as possible while I could. Every time we went out I picked up at least a couple of mangoes from the street vendors – the riper the better!
I also tried hard to think of another way to use mangoes other than just eating them fresh (not that there is anything wrong with that).
Unfortunately, I couldn’t find fresh mint leaves so an adaption of my mojito mocktail wasn’t an option. Finally, I came up with the idea to flavor iced tea with mango. What could be more refreshing than iced tea and mangoes combined? Better yet, the mango can be a natural flavoring!
Most recipes I saw online use mango nectar to make iced tea. I didn’t like this for 2 reasons:
- I wanted to make use of the abundance of amazing fresh mangoes and…..
- I wanted to have absolute control over the sweetness of the iced tea.
So, started by pureeing the flesh of one mango.
There is a recipe video for Chicken Mango Salsa in the BlogHer TV player in the sidebar today. In the video Hilah shows how she is cutting mango and it is the exact same way I do it now after learning this method from a lady in Thailand –
Then, I mixed the puree with fairly strong, brewed black tea. I found a ratio of 1-part mango puree to 2-parts brewed tea to be ideal. This makes the tea sweet and full on mango-goodness but not too sweet. See, I like sweet tea just as much as the next person, but I think there is a line as to how sweet it should really be. I think the mango made it just the perfect amount of sweet!
I gave approximate volume amounts in the recipe but obviously the amount of puree you get will depend on the size of mango you use. So, if you have different amounts than the recipe, you’ll know to add twice as much tea as mango puree. (You can also make the puree from frozen mango, just let the chunks thaw first).
The mango I used was super ripe and sweet, so I actually had no need to add any sweetener. If you like it sweeter, you can add honey, sugar or other sweetener to the finished tea.
This mango sweet tea is great if you simply enjoy sipping sweet tea by the pool on a hot day, or for a fun summer party! I find sweet tea so refreshing and I can’t get enough with the added fresh mango! I hope you’ll give this little twist on sweet tea a try and if you do, please tell me what you thought! Also, if you tried something different or have any neat pictures, I would love to see them! Comment below or even send me a direct message! I love hearing from you guys and thank for reading!
Recipe
Mango Iced Tea
Ingredients
- 1 cup mango puree from frozen or fresh ripe mango
- 2 cups boiling water
- 2-3 bags black tea amount depends on variety, read label
- honey or sweetener to taste
Instructions
- If you are using frozen mango chunks, let them thaw at room temperature for ½ hour. A fresh ripe mango has to be peeled and cut into chunks.
- Puree mango chunks in a blender or food processor.
- Pour boiling water over the black tea bags and steep covered for 5 minutes.
- Remove bags and add the mango puree to the black tea (should be about 2 parts tea to 1 part puree).
- Cover the tea and refrigerate until cool (about ½ hour).
- Strain the tea through a sieve or cheese cloth. Squeeze out as much tea from the mango remains as possible.
- Sweeten to taste. Serve with ice.
Pin this Mango Iced Tea tutorial for later?
What are some of your favorite drinks made with fresh fruit?
Any fruity version of this Mojito Mocktail is always a winner in my books. This one is made with strawberries but I have also had papaya and passion fruit versions.
Random Questions
Mango Iced Tea can be a refreshing and flavorful beverage choice, especially when made with fresh mango puree and unsweetened brewed tea. Mangoes are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, which can provide various health benefits, including supporting the immune system and promoting healthy skin.
Mango tea is typically made by infusing black or green tea with mango flavor. It can be prepared using mango-flavored tea bags or by adding mango puree or juice to brewed tea. The combination of the natural sweetness of mangoes and the aromatic essence of tea creates a delightful and refreshing beverage.
Mango tea is not only a delicious and refreshing beverage but also offers potential health benefits. Mangoes are rich in vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants, which can support the immune system and contribute to overall well-being. Additionally, the combination of tea and mango flavor can provide a source of hydration and potentially help promote relaxation.
Yes, there are various types of mango tea available, including both herbal and caffeinated versions. Mango-flavored teas are often made by infusing black or green tea with the essence of mango, resulting in a delightful fusion of flavors. Some tea blends may also include dried mango pieces or natural mango flavoring for a more intense mango taste.
amy @ fearless homemaker
Ooh, this iced tea looks SO good. Iced tea is my go-to warm weather beverage + i know i'd love this. So pretty, too!
Regina
Thank you so much Amy. This iced tea was perfect for the ht weather in SE Asia and will be awesome when summer comes around in North America 🙂
Natalie
Mango is so delicious, a fave fruit of mine! This is a great summer time recipe, can't wait to try it out.
Regina
I absolutely LOVE Mango too!
ashley - baker by nature
This is downright gorgeous! Love refreshing drinks like this!
Regina
Thanks so much Ashley. This one was indeed super refreshing. Great for hot Asian weather or the warm days that are to come here (hopefully soon 😉 )
Tracy | Peanut Butter and Onion
Mango Iced Tea!! oh my! This looks so refreshing!!
Regina
Yes, it is super refreshing Tracy!
Jacquee @ I Sugar Coat It!
Oh, yeah!! Love mango tea, shakes, ice cream, salsa... - you see whether this is going. right. :). I miss being able to pick them fresh. Oh, and we did not cut them into pieces when we were kids - just peeled and ate them, juices running down our arms. YUM! I would so love a mug of your delicious iced tea right NOW!!
Regina
Isn't it awesome how versatile mango is for sweet and savory dishes. I would love to make you some of this iced tea 😀 But although I am closer now its still quite a distance from AB to ON.