When the craving for a refreshing drink strikes, there’s nothing quite like passion tea lemonade. This vibrant drink mixes the tropical essence of hibiscus with zesty lemonade, delivering a flavor that feels like sunshine in a glass.
This recipe clarifies brewing steps, offers ingredient explanations, suggests flavor adjustments, and includes storage tips to improve the tea lemonade making experience.
I’ve found that sometimes, life throws unexpected moments at you, like surprise guests dropping by or just a hectic week. This recipe has saved many busy afternoons with its quick prep time while still feeling special.
What I love most about this drink is how simple it is to throw together in just ten minutes. You get that delightful balance of sweet and tart without any complicated techniques.
If you enjoy tasty, quick drinks, make sure to check out my Hamilton Beach Iced Coffee Maker.
Table of contents
Dietary Considerations
- This recipe is gluten-free as it contains no wheat, barley, rye, or other gluten-containing ingredients.
- The recipe is dairy-free since none of the ingredients include milk, cream, or butter.
- This recipe suits vegan and vegetarian diets because it excludes animal products and uses plant-based sweeteners.
- The recipe is not low-carb or keto due to the granulated sugar content increasing carbohydrate levels significantly.
- The recipe is nut-free, containing no nuts or nut-derived ingredients in any of its components.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Refreshing and Invigorating This drink offers a unique blend of fruity and citrus flavors that’s a delight on warm days. The addition of lemonade brightens the hibiscus and lemongrass in the tea, creating a truly uplifting beverage.
- Fast and Easy to Prepare In just ten minutes, you can whip up this tea lemonade from scratch. It’s a simple process, boiling water, steeping tea bags, and stirring in lemonade, all achievable without any culinary skills.
- Great for Any Time of Year While it shines in the summer, this drink can be enjoyed year-round. Use it as a refreshing treat on chilly days or as a festive non-alcoholic option during gatherings with loved ones.
- Customizable to Your Taste You can adjust sweetness by choosing a lemonade that suits your palate or by experimenting with different fruits for garnishing. This flexibility makes each pitcher your own creation, tailored just how you like it.
How to Make Passion Tea Lemonade
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cool Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: beverage
- Method: boiling and steeping
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
A refreshing Starbucks Passion Tea Lemonade recipe combining hibiscus and passion fruit tea with tart lemonade.
Ingredients
- 4 cups (946 ml) water, preferably filtered or bottled for best flavor
- 2 Tazo Iced Passion Tea Bags (hibiscus, lemongrass, apple blend)
- 4 cups (946 ml) lemonade (choose based on sweetness preference)
- Lemon slices, fresh, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 4 cups (946 ml) of water to a rolling boil using a stovetop or an electric kettle. Ensure water reaches a full boil to fully extract tea flavors.
- Step 2: Place 2 Tazo Iced Passion Tea Bags in a heatproof pitcher. Carefully pour the boiling water over the tea bags. Let steep for 5 to 10 minutes, tasting at around 8 minutes to check preferred strength.
- Step 3: Remove tea bags gently without squeezing to avoid bitterness and maintain a smooth flavor.
- Step 4: Pour 4 cups (946 ml) of lemonade into the pitcher with the brewed tea. Stir thoroughly to combine, creating the characteristic tart-sweet balance.
- Step 5: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea lemonade mixture over the ice. Garnish with fresh lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store passion tea lemonade in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day; avoid direct sunlight or heat.
- Refrigeration: Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir gently before serving to refresh flavors.
- Freezing: Freeze in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator before use.
- For stronger tea flavor, steep an extra tea bag for an additional 5 minutes.
- If lemonade is too sweet, add 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh-squeezed lemon juice during mixing to balance tartness.
- Allow the steeped tea mixture to cool for 10 minutes before adding ice to avoid quick dilution of flavors.
- Use fresh lemon slices for garnish; avoid dried lemon slices to maintain flavor clarity.
- For a herbal variation, substitute chamomile tea instead of passion tea.
- Serve with crunchy cucumber slices or a fresh green salad.
- Pair with pita chips or quinoa tabbouleh for added texture.
- Use the tea lemonade as a base for fruit punch or a spritzer.
- Pour into popsicle molds to make refreshing frozen treats.
- Top with fresh mint leaves or a splash of sparkling water.
- Add a hint of rosemary for an aromatic twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Not specified
- Sugar: Not specified
- Sodium: Not specified
- Fat: Not specified
- Saturated Fat: Not specified
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: Not specified
- Fiber: Not specified
- Protein: Not specified
- Cholesterol: Not specified
Ingredient Notes
- Pentagon Tea Bags: Choose high-quality hibiscus and passionfruit tea bags for a bright, fruity flavor. The freshness of the tea directly impacts the drink, so look for sealed packaging.
- Water: Use filtered or bottled water for the best taste. Avoid tap water with heavy chlorine or mineral flavors that can alter the drink’s flavor profile.
- Lemon Juice: Fresh-squeezed lemon juice is key for a vibrant, tangy taste. If you must use bottled, pick one that’s 100% pure and contains no added sugars.
- Sugar: Granulated sugar sweetens beautifully and balances the tartness of the lemon. For a twist, you could substitute with agave syrup or honey; just adjust the quantity to taste.
- Iced Water: Chill water or ice cubes made from filtered water preserves the lemonade’s flavor and keeps it refreshingly cool. Avoid ice from potentially off-flavored water sources.
Recipe Tips
- If your tea tastes too weak, steep an additional tea bag for 5 minutes to intensify the flavor.
- For overly sweet lemonade, adjust by adding a quarter cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice during mixing.
- If serving over ice, allow the tea mixture to cool for 10 minutes after brewing to avoid dilution.
- When garnishing, select fresh lemon slices to enhance flavor; avoid using dried lemon for best results.
- If you want a more herbal flavor, consider substituting with chamomile tea instead of passion tea for a unique twist.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crunchy cucumber slices or a fresh green salad. Complement it with pita chips or quinoa tabbouleh for added texture.
Use to make a fruit punch or a spritzer. Add to popsicle molds for a refreshing frozen treat on warm days.
Top with fresh mint leaves or a splash of sparkling water. Consider adding a hint of rosemary for a unique twist.
Recipe variations
- You can use brewed hibiscus or a fruit-infused herbal tea instead of Tazo Iced Passion Tea bags to create a similar floral and tart flavor in passion tea lemonade.
- Add fresh mint leaves or a teaspoon of ginger juice during the steeping process to introduce a mild herbal or spicy note to your passion tea lemonade.
- Either store-bought or homemade lemonade works well, but if using homemade, adjust sugar to taste to keep the tartness balanced in your passion tea lemonade.
- If making larger batches, double the water to 8 cups and use 4 passion tea bags with 8 cups of lemonade; this scales the recipe while keeping the flavor consistent.
Save This Recipe!
How to Store?
To keep your passion tea lemonade fresh and delicious, follow these storage tips:
Room Temperature: Store passion tea lemonade in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 day, avoiding direct sunlight or heat exposure.
Refrigeration: Place passion tea lemonade in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 5 days, stirring gently before serving to refresh flavor.
Freezing: Pour passion tea lemonade into a freezer-safe container or bag. Freeze up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge before serving.
Other Recipes You’ll Love
- Toasted Coconut Marshmallows
- Puff Pastry Apple Rosettes
- Rhubarb and Strawberry Tart Recipe
- Chocolate Peanut Clusters
If you enjoyed this Passion Tea Lemonade or any other recipe on my blog, please leave a ⭐ star rating and let me know how it went in the comments below. I appreciate taking time to read about this recipe, thank you!
