Mango Passion Tea Recipe

This Mango Passion Tea refreshes my soul with its vibrant tropical flavors and is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy goodness. I love how it’s like a getaway to paradise in a glass, complete with a soothing hint of mint that feels oh-so-refreshing!

I enjoy the delicate art of preparing cold drinks, and this Mango Passion Tea is my cup—er, glass—of tea. Sipping it is a sweet and sunny experience, bursting with refreshing flavors that taste like they come straight from the tropics.

In reality, they come courtesy of your kitchen, and they work just fine in the middle of a dreary polar vortex. I guarantee they’ll make your insides smile.

Ingredients

Mango Black Tea:
Antioxidants are abundant; metabolism is accelerated; the flavor is fruity.

Mango Nectar:
Tropical taste, with a natural sweetness, abundant in vitamins A & C.

Passion Fruit Juice:
Zesty, full of fiber, and a superb source of vitamin C.

Honey:
Sweetener from nature, has many antioxidants, subtly boosts flavors.

Mint Leaves:
A relaxing scent, helps with digestion, very low in calories.

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 cups water
• 2 mango black tea bags
• 1/2 cup mango nectar
• 1/4 cup passion fruit juice
• 1 tablespoon honey (optional)
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mango slices (for garnish, optional)
• Mint leaves (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

1. In a small saucepan, place 2 cups of water. Heat it on the stove until boiling.

2. Take the saucepan off the heat and put in the 2 mango black tea bags.

3. Permit the tea to steep for 5 minutes, after which the tea bags should be taken out, and the tea should be allowed to cool to room temperature.

4. In a big pitcher, mix the cooled tea with 1/2 cup of nectar of the mango and 1/4 cup of juice of passion fruit.

5. Mix the juices well to ensure they are thoroughly combined.

6. If you prefer a sweeter taste, add 1 tablespoon of honey to the tea blend, and stir. Make sure the honey dissolves completely, and then enjoy your perfectly sweetened cup of tea!

7. Fill glasses with ice cubes.

8. Fill each glass with ice, and pour the mango passion tea over the top.

9. If desired, garnish with fresh mango slices and mint leaves.

10. Immediately serve and enjoy your invigorating Mango Passion Tea.

Equipment Needed

1. Small saucepan
2. Stove
3. Pitcher
4. Measuring cups
5. Measuring spoon
6. Spoon (for stirring)
7. Glasses
8. Knife (for slicing mango, if garnishing)
9. Cutting board (for mango slicing)

FAQ

• Can I use regular black tea instead of mango black tea?Certainly, you can utilize standard black tea; however, the flavor of mango will not be as pronounced. Think about adding more mango nectar for taste.
• Is the honey necessary in the recipe?The honey is not necessary and can be modified based on how sweet you want your drink or left out completely.
• Can I make this tea ahead of time?You can indeed prepare the tea and blend it with the juices beforehand. When you do this, you can store it in the fridge until it’s time to serve. You add the ice and the pretty bits (the garnishes) just before you serve it to keep everything nice and fresh.
• What if I don’t have passion fruit juice?You may use orange juice instead or increase the amount of mango nectar for a slightly different taste.
• How do I make the tea caffeine-free?Using tea bags of caffeine-free herbal tea, remember that the taste will not be the same as that of black tea.
• Can I serve this tea hot?This tea can certainly be enjoyed hot. To do so, prepare the tea in the same manner as described above, without the ice and garnishes.
• What garnishes work best with this tea?Ripe mango slices and mint leaves are excellent garnishes that perfectly complement the flavors.

  Mint and mango make a delicious pairing. Try this mint mango salsa recipe for an unexpected twist. You can serve it atop grilled chicken or fish, mix it into your next taco, or just eat it by the spoonful. It’s pretty versatile.

Substitutions and Variations

For the bags of mango black tea, you can substitute with regular black tea and add a couple of slices of fresh mango to steep with the tea.
If you cannot find mango nectar, fresh mango puree works well; or for a similar tropical flavor, use a blend of orange juice with a splash of pineapple juice.
Passion fruit juice can be replaced with a tropical juice blend that has passion fruit in it, or you can use guava or papaya juice for a different take on the same cocktail.
Agave syrup, maple syrup, or simply omitting it can stand in for honey in this recipe. For a less sweet version, you might skip the sweetener altogether.

Pro Tips

1. Optimize Tea Flavor For a stronger tea flavor, cover the saucepan while the tea bags steep. This traps heat and aroma, allowing the tea to release more flavor.

2. Cool the Tea Quickly If you’re short on time, speed up the cooling process by placing the saucepan in an ice bath after the tea bags are removed. This prevents dilution and preserves flavor.

3. Honey Integration If adding honey, mix it into the tea while it’s still slightly warm. This ensures the honey dissolves completely, resulting in a consistent sweetness.

4. Juice Balance Taste the mixture before adding honey, as some brands of mango nectar and passion fruit juice can vary in sweetness. Adjust honey accordingly.

5. Presentation Tips Using crushed ice instead of whole cubes can enhance the drink’s refreshing quality. Additionally, lightly slap the mint leaves between your hands before garnishing to release their aromatic oils, elevating the drink’s scent and appeal.