Iced White Peach, Lime and Oolong Tea Soda with Mint and Candied Ginger
A sparkling and refreshing drink made with white peach purée, concentrated oolong tea, fresh lime juice, fragrant mint, and a touch of candied ginger for a bright, original finish.
Ingredients
- 300 g ripe white peaches, peeled and chopped (for puree suave)
- 250 ml water (for infusionar the té)
- 8 g loose-leaf oolong tea (or 2 tbsp)
- 60 g sugar (ajustar to taste)
- 25 g candied ginger, finely chopped (more extra optional for decorar)
- 80 ml fresh lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 12 g fresh mint leaves (more extra for decorar)
- 800 ml well-chilled sparkling water (for terminar the soda)
- 400 g ice (for servir)
- 4 unit thin lime slices (for decorar, optional)
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. Place the water in a small saucepan and heat it until very hot, about 185°F/85°C, without boiling. Add the loose-leaf oolong tea, turn off the heat, and steep for 4 minutes. Strain and set aside.
- 2
2. In the same saucepan, add the brewed tea, sugar, and finely chopped candied ginger. Cook over low heat for 5 minutes, keeping it at a gentle temperature near 195°F/90°C, until the sugar dissolves and the ginger perfumes the liquid. Let it cool for 10 minutes.
- 3
3. Place the chopped white peaches in a blender with the fresh lime juice and half of the fresh mint leaves. Blend until smooth.
- 4
4. Add the warm or cooled oolong-ginger concentrate to the blender and blend briefly to combine. For a smoother texture, strain the mixture if desired.
- 5
5. Divide the ice among 4 glasses. Pour the peach mixture into the glasses, filling each about halfway.
- 6
6. Add the remaining fresh mint leaves, lightly slapped in your hand to release their aroma, and top each glass with well-chilled sparkling water. Stir gently.
- 7
7. Garnish with thin lime slices, extra mint, and a little more candied ginger if desired. Serve immediately, very cold.
Chef tips
For stronger fizz, chill the glasses before serving. If the peaches are very sweet, reduce the sugar slightly to keep the lime balanced.
Substitutions
You can substitute white peaches with ripe yellow peaches for a deeper flavor. Oolong tea can be replaced with a mild black tea for a bolder profile. Mint can be swapped for spearmint.
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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