Escape to South America with this vibrant and refreshing Chica Iced Tea recipe! A sophisticated twist on classic iced tea, this spiked beverage combines the bold flavors of tea, tart lime, sweet pomegranate, and a hint of rum. Perfect for a summer gathering or a relaxing evening, this easy-to-make recipe (courtesy of Ingrid Hoffmann) will be your new go-to drink. Impress your guests with this delicious and subtly sweet South American-inspired iced tea.
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How to Make Chica Iced Tea South American Style
Steep the tea: Place the tea bag (or loose leaf tea) in a large iced tea jar or pitcher. Pour the boiling water over the tea and let steep for at least 5 minutes. Remove the tea bag(s).
Muddle the lime and sugar: In a medium bowl, muddle the lime juice and sugar together until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Combine: Add the lime and sugar mixture to the steeped tea. Stir well to combine.
Add pomegranate juice: Stir in the pomegranate juice.
Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Add Rum (optional): Just before serving, add the rum (if using) and stir gently.
Serve: Pour over ice and garnish with a lime wedge (and optional lime zest) if desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
92g
Fat
0g
Carbs
8g
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How long does it take to make Chica Iced Tea South American Style?
Chica Iced Tea South American Style takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Chica Iced Tea South American Style?
Chica Iced Tea South American Style has approximately 163.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Chica Iced Tea South American Style?
The key ingredients for Chica Iced Tea South American Style are Family Size Tea Bag, Boiling Water, Limes, Sugar, Pomegranate Juice, White Rum. See the full list with measurements above.
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