ICED TEA

Iced tea adds a refreshing twist to your regular hot tea. You can buy bottled or packaged iced tea or make it yourself using a tea bag. Bottled or packaged iced tea is the easiest to consume as it requires no preparation at all; you can simply open it up and drink!

 Method and Ingredients

If you prefer the therapeutic experience of brewing your own tea, Sri Lanka offers a range of tea bags with various flavors. To make iced tea, boil a cup of water and steep the tea bag of your choice in it for 5-10 minutes. Once it reaches room temperature, add some cold water to the brew and refrigerate it for 1-2 hours. Serve your iced tea in a tall glass with a straw, perfect for a hot summer day.

 Iced tea can be served sweetened or unsweetened. Many prefer it unsweetened for its health benefits. As a healthy replacement for fizzy drinks, unsweetened iced tea is low in calories and sugar, allowing you to enjoy it without worrying about weight gain. This makes it popular among health-conscious individuals.

Nutritional Value

When brewed with black tea, iced tea can reduce the risk of cancer and chronic illnesses due to its flavonoid content. The antioxidants in tea support immune system function, while manganese boosts metabolism. The polyphenol antioxidants in iced tea can also reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Additionally, iced tea helps to de-stress and manage anxiety levels, adding to its appeal as a healthy and beautifying beverage.Source-EDB