Sparkling Green Tea Recipe

Sparkling Green Tea Recipe

By: Christine Glaser, C.A.

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This sparkling green tea blend is summer in a glass—and your skin will love every sip.


🍵 Green tea is rich in catechins, powerful antioxidants that help reduce inflammation, calm redness, and protect against UV damage from the inside out.


🍊 Fresh orange juice adds a bright, natural sweetness while delivering a potent dose of vitamin C to boost collagen production and skin repair.


🍯 Local honey supports your microbiome and has antibacterial properties that benefit both gut and skin health.


🍋 Lime juice gives a zesty lift and helps detoxify, balance pH, and support clear skin.


🌿 Fresh mint soothes digestion, which is directly linked to skin clarity in holistic skincare.


Hydrating, anti-inflammatory, and gently detoxifying—this refreshing drink is perfect for those looking to support radiant skin naturally, especially during hot weather.

Prep time

15 min

Cook time

30 min–overnight

Servings

10-12 cups (perfect for hosting)

Ingredients

For the Green Tea Concentrate:

  • 6 Tbsp loose-leaf green tea (or 6–8 bags of high-quality green tea)

  • 6 cups freshly boiled water

For the Sparkling Tea:

  • 6 parts Green Tea Concentrate (about 6 cups)

  • 3 parts fresh orange juice (about 3 cups, from 5–6 oranges)

  • 3 parts sparkling water (about 3 cups)

  • Juice of 1 lime

  • 2–3 Tbsp local raw honey (adjust to taste)

  • Ice cubes

Optional Garnish:

  • Fresh mint leaves

  • Orange or lime slices

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Directions

1️⃣ Brew the Tea

  • Add green tea leaves or bags to a heat-safe pitcher or large mason jar.
  • Pour in freshly boiled water and let steep for 4 minutes (no longer to avoid bitterness).
  • Strain or remove bags and allow to cool slightly, then chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

2️⃣ Mix the Sparkling Tea

  • Once the green tea is cold, stir in the orange juice, lime juice, and honey until the honey is fully dissolved.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.

3️⃣ Garnish & Serve

  • Fill glasses with ice, pour the tea blend about ¾ of the way full, then top off with sparkling water for a fizzy finish.
  • Garnish with fresh mint leaves and citrus slices for an elevated, skin-loving mocktail vibe.

Serving Ideas & Customization

🌞 Serve in a large glass drink dispenser for summer gatherings, with mint sprigs floating on top for a spa-like presentation.


🍓 Add muddled berries or cucumber slices for extra antioxidants and visual flair.


🧊 Store leftover tea base in the fridge for up to 3 days and mix with sparkling water just before serving to preserve the fizz.


(🍹 Pssttt...want a grown-up twist? Add a splash of vodka or gin to individual servings for a clean, refreshing cocktail option.)

Why Your Skin Will Love This Drink

This is a hydration-forward, antioxidant-rich beverage that supports your skin from every angle. Green tea reduces free radical damage and can even help regulate sebum production. Citrus juices flood your body with collagen-boosting vitamin C, while honey and mint support a healthy gut-skin connection.


Bonus? It keeps you cool, calm, and glowing—inside and out.


Cheers to sipping your way to a clear, radiant skin-loving summer! ✨

Christine Glaser, C.A.

Christine is a certified aromatherapist, essential oil specialist, and organic skin care formulator. She loves empowering others with tools to make healthy changes and understand where natural options can be woven into the fabric of everyday routines.