Pineapple Iced Tea

Sep 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Pineapple Iced Tea in a glass on an oak bar

This refreshing Pineapple Iced Tea features a double-strength black tea brewed hot, mixed with pineapple juice, then diluted with cold water and poured over ice for a chilled, fruity beverage.

Prep 5 min

Cook 3 min

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

2.0black tea bags
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)hot water
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)pineapple juice
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice

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Instructions

Brew the black tea bags in 6 fl oz (180 ml) of hot water at about 200°F (93°C) for 3 minutes to make a double-strength tea, then remove the tea bags.
Stir in the pineapple juice while the tea is warm.
Add 4 fl oz (120 ml) of cold filtered water and stir gently.
Pour the mixture over 1 cup (240 ml) of ice and serve immediately.

Tips

Use black tea for a strong base that complements pineapple well. For a sweeter tea, add a small amount of honey or simple syrup to the warm tea before cooling.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pineapple iced tea?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep and 3 minutes of cooking. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make pineapple iced tea ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

Is this drink vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.

This refreshing Pineapple Iced Tea features a double-strength black tea brewed hot, mixed with pineapple juice, then diluted with cold water and poured over ice for a chilled, fruity beverage.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

8 Calories / serving

0.0g Fat

2.2g Carbs

0.0g Protein

1.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~8 cal · 0g fat · 2g carbs · 0g protein · 2g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 8 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 1 min·0.2 mi
Swimming laps 1 min
Jogging 1 min·0.1 mi·~150 steps
Stair climbing 1 min·~100 steps
Dancing 1 min
Bodyweight circuit training 1 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 2 min

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