Summer Refresh: Tea-Infused Thirst-Quenching Recipes

When the temperature rises, there’s no better way to stay cool than with bright, refreshing drinks infused with the bold, natural flavours leaf tea. At eteaket, we’re making summer even more delicious with recipes that show off the versatility of your favourite blends.

This Summer, we’re spotlighting our new Turmeric & Coconut Chai, a warming, golden infusion that combines earthy turmeric, creamy coconut and aromatic chai spices. It’s the hero ingredient in two irresistible summer recipes: the sunshine-filled Turmeric Mango Lassi and the tropical, cooling Golden Coconut Cooler.

We’ve also crafted recipes using our other summer favourites. The Strawberries & Cream Smash is juicy, sweet and perfect for garden gatherings watching Wimbledon, while the sparkling Jasmine & Lychee Fizz offers a light, floral refreshment that’s ideal for warm evenings or weekend brunches.

Whether you’re entertaining, relaxing in the garden or just fancy a co-alcohol treat, these recipes will bring something special to your summer sipping.

Browse the recipes below and bring a little sunshine to your teacup….

Turmeric Mango Lassi

Taking inspiration from the Indian lassi, this treat uses tea as the base blitzed with yoghurt & mango.

Gather

• 1 tsp. Brewed Coconut & Turmeric Chai – 200ml, brewed strong & chilled
• 20g natural or plain yoghurt
• 60ml mango juice

Method

• Brew 1 tsp. of Coconut & Turmeric Chai in 200ml of freshly boiled water for 7 minutes.
• Remove the leaves and allow to cool.
• In a smoothie blender or glass mix the yoghurt, chilled tea and mango juice.
• Mix well – Either blitz in the blender, use an electric milk whisk or even combine in a clean jam jar and shake vigorously with the lid securely closed!
• Serve over ice if desired

Strawberries & Cream Smash

What says British Summer more than Strawberries? This classic flavour is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Gather

• 1 tsp. Strawberries & Cream tea – 200ml, brewed strong & chilled
• 4-5 Fresh strawberries / strawberry puree
• 10ml vanilla syrup
• 5ml Fresh lemon juice
• 6-8 Fresh mint leaves
• Ice

Method

• Brew 1 tsp. of Strawberries & Cream in 200ml of freshly boiled water for 7 minutes.
• Remove the leaves and allow to cool.
• Roughly chop the strawberries and combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Hard shake for 15 seconds.
• Strain over ice into a serving glass.
• Garnish with a strawberry and a mint sprig.

Golden Coconut Cooler

Packed full of goodness; this delicious & refreshing summer chai concoction has gut-boosting ingredients blended with electrolyte-heavy coconut water.

Gather

• 1 tsp. Brewed Coconut & Turmeric Chai – 180ml, brewed strong & chilled
• 80ml Coconut water
• 50ml Pineapple juice 50ml
• 10ml Fresh lime juice
• Ice

Method

• Brew 1 tsp. of Coconut & Turmeric Chai in 180ml of freshly boiled water for 7 minutes.
  Remove the leaves and allow to cool.
• In a glass, over ice combine with the rest of the ingredients and stir well.
• Garnish with a wedge of pineapple or pineapple leaf (optional) & serve.

Jasmine & Lychee Fizz

A truly unique & sophisticated green tea spritz.

Gather 

• 1 tsp. Jasmine Pearl – 150ml, brewed strong & chilled
• 15ml lychee juice
• Sparkling or soda water
• ice

Method

• Brew 1 tsp. of Jasmine Pearls in 150ml of 90 degrees water for 7 minutes.
• Remove the leaves and allow to cool.
• In a serving glass combine the chilled tea, lychee juice and mix.
• Top with sparkling water or soda water and serve.