Minty Green Tea & Pineapple Cooler
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This is the drink for hot days when you want something refreshing and a little bit different. Green tea, pineapple juice, and fresh mint. It's bright, slightly tropical, and packed with antioxidants.
Ingredients (Serves 2):
- 1 green tea bag
- 300ml boiling water
- 100ml pineapple juice (pure, not from concentrate)
- A handful of fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
Method:
- Steep the green tea bag in the boiling water for 3–4 minutes. Remove the bag.
- Stir in the pineapple juice. Add the mint leaves.
- Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
- Serve over ice with extra mint.
Why it's gut-friendly: Green tea is rich in polyphenols. Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that aids digestion. Mint soothes the digestive tract. A refreshing, gut-friendly drink.