Iced green tea lemonade
Iced green tea lemonade is a refreshing, chilled beverage that blends the earthy, slightly bitter notes of brewed green tea with the bright, tangy zest of fresh lemon juice, typically served over ice and sweetened to taste. Originating as a popular café and fast-food staple in the United States, it has become a global summertime favorite.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is primarily a source of carbohydrates from added sugars, with negligible fat and protein. A standard 16-ounce serving can range from 100 to 200 calories, offering some antioxidants from the green tea and a small amount of vitamin C from the lemon.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 80 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 20 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 19 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 30 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.1 mg |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.05 mg |
| Folate | 5 mcg |
| Magnesium | 3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents a successful fusion of East Asian tea traditions with Western citrus-based refreshment trends. Nutritionally, it's interesting because the vitamin C in the lemon juice may enhance the body's absorption of certain antioxidants, like catechins, from the green tea.
