Tennessee Fruit Tea

Transport yourself to the heart of the South with this refreshing Tennessee Fruit Tea, a delightful blend of fresh citrus juices, black tea, and a touch of sweetness. This Southern classic combines the robust flavor of steeped black tea with the vibrant tang of pineapple, orange, and lemon juices, creating a perfectly balanced drink that's as invigorating as it is delicious. Garnished with fresh lemon slices and served over ice, it's the ultimate thirst-quencher for warm afternoons or backyard gatherings. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make fruit tea is perfect for serving a crowd, making it a must-have addition to your summer drink repertoire. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or just relaxing on the porch, Tennessee Fruit Tea is sure to become your go-to refreshing beverage.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pieces black tea bags
• 8 cups water
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 2 cups pineapple juice
• 2 cups orange juice
• 0.25 cups lemon juice
• 1 whole fresh lemon slices
• 4 cups ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the black tea bags to the boiling water, reduce the heat to low, and let the tea steep for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.

Step 4

Pour the sweetened tea into a large pitcher and let it cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the pineapple juice, orange juice, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Thinly slice the fresh lemon and add the slices to the pitcher for a hint of decorative citrus flavor.

Step 7

Add 4 cups of ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the tea completely.

Step 8

Serve the Tennessee Fruit Tea over additional ice in individual glasses and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	4039 grams (4039.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	896

Total Fat 2.00g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.10g	1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 59mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate 222.30g	81%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 209.20g
Protein 4.40g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 220mg	17%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 1441mg	31%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.9%

Protein: 1.9%

Carbs: 96.2%