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Homemade fruit tea infusion with fresh apples, oranges, and mint
Healthy and refreshing homemade fruit tea

Soothing Homemade Fruit Tea Infusion

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
Homemade fruit tea is miles apart from bagged versions; this is a decoction of real fruit, packed with vitamins and natural aromas. This recipe uses an 'infusion' technique where hot water slowly extracts flavor from the fruit cells without overcooking them.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 95 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Large Pot: For brewing.
  • Fine Mesh Sieve: For a clear tea.
  • Potato Masher (optional): To press juice from the fruit.

Instructions

1 ✓

Wash the apples and oranges and dice them into small cubes. Halve any berries.

Tip: The smaller the cut, the more surface area touches the water, resulting in a more intense flavor extraction.
2 ✓

Place the fruit and spices (cinnamon, cloves) into cold water and bring to a boil.

Tip: Starting with cold water allows flavors to begin extracting gradually as the temperature rises.
3 ✓

Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes.

Tip: Vigorous boiling evaporates volatile aromas. A gentle simmer preserves them.
4 ✓

Turn off the heat and gently mash the fruit in the water using a spoon or potato masher.

Tip: This mechanically releases the valuable juices remaining in the fruit fibers.
5 ✓

Strain the tea. When it has cooled to warm (approx. 105°F), stir in the honey and lemon juice.

Tip: High heat destroys the beneficial enzymes in honey and Vitamin C in lemon. Always add them after cooling slightly.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use frozen fruit?
Yes! Freezing breaks down cell walls, so they actually release more juice and flavor during brewing than fresh fruit.

Ingredients

  • 10 oz Mixed Fruit (Apple, Orange, Berries)
  • 4 cups Water
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 4 whole Cloves
  • 1 sprig Fresh Mint