Strawberry Yakult Green Tea Refresher Recipe
A refreshing and tangy Strawberry Yakult Tea Refresher combining aromatic jasmine green tea with a homemade strawberry sauce and the unique probiotic flavor of Yakult, perfect for a cooling summer beverage.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Ingredients
Tea
- 1 cup jasmine green tea, steeped
- 2 bottles Yakult
Strawberry Sauce
- 1 cup strawberries, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Steep the Tea: Steep the jasmine green tea in 185°F water for 3-4 minutes. Remove the teabag and place the tea in the refrigerator to chill until cool.
- Prepare Strawberry Sauce: Wash and chop the strawberries into small pieces. In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until it begins to simmer. Lower the heat and simmer while stirring continuously with a rubber spatula, mashing the strawberries to create a puree. Cook for 15-25 minutes until the sauce reaches the desired consistency, being careful to prevent burning.
- Strain the Sauce: Pour the cooked strawberry sauce through a fine-meshed sieve into a mixing bowl to remove seeds, resulting in a smooth sauce.
- Assemble the Drink: In a glass, combine the chilled jasmine green tea, strained strawberry sauce, and Yakult. Stir thoroughly to mix all the flavors.
- Serve: Add ice and your preferred toppings, then enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Yakult Tea.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Adjust sugar amounts according to personal sweetness preference.
- Chilling the tea ahead of time is essential for a refreshing cold drink.
- Straining the strawberry sauce removes seeds, giving a smooth texture.
- Yakult adds a probiotic kick, but it can be substituted with any similar fermented milk drink if preferred.
