Iced Tamarind, Pear and Oolong Tea Drink with a Hint of Anise
An original and refreshing drink that combines the gentle tang of tamarind, the ripe sweetness of pear, and the floral depth of oolong tea, finished with a delicate hint of star anise. Served very cold, it is elegant, aromatic, and balanced.
Ingredients
- 220 g ripe pear, diced (without core, with peel si está tierna)
- 80 g tamarind pulp (without semillas if possible)
- 900 ml water (divided)
- 8 g oolong tea (en leaves sueltas or 2 bolsitas)
- 2 g star anise (whole)
- 45 g honey (ajustar to taste)
- 30 ml lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 400 g ice (for servir)
- 40 g thin pear slices (for decorar)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
Allergens
No declared allergens
Instructions
- 1
1. In a small saucepan, combine the diced pear, tamarind pulp, 500 ml water (2 1/8 cups), and star anise. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, about 212°F/100°C, then lower the heat and cook for 8 minutes so the pear softens and the tamarind dissolves.
- 2
2. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the oolong tea, cover, and let it steep for 4 minutes while the mixture cools slightly. Then remove the star anise.
- 3
3. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve to remove fibers and solids, pressing well to extract the liquid.
- 4
4. Pour the strained base into a pitcher. Add the remaining 400 ml water (1 2/3 cups), honey, and lemon juice. Stir until the honey is fully dissolved.
- 5
5. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until thoroughly chilled, ideally for at least 30 minutes. Serve over the ice and garnish each glass with thin pear slices.
- 6
6. Stir gently before serving to redistribute the flavors and enjoy very cold.
Chef tips
For deeper flavor, let the chilled drink rest in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving. If you prefer a lighter texture, add an extra 100 to 150 ml cold water.
Substitutions
You can replace the honey with agave syrup for a vegan version. Pear can be swapped for yellow apple, and oolong tea can be replaced with mild black tea for a bolder profile.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageVictorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
Illustrative imageTeakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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