Instant Lemon Tea
Instant Lemon Tea is a quick-to-prepare beverage made from a powdered mix containing tea extract, lemon flavoring, sugar, and sometimes citric acid. It originated as a convenient, shelf-stable version of traditional lemon tea, popularized in East and Southeast Asia. It can be enjoyed hot for comfort or chilled over ice for a refreshing drink.
🍳 View the full Instant Lemon Tea recipe →
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This drink is typically high in carbohydrates due to added sugars, with minimal fat or protein. A standard serving provides a quick energy boost and small amounts of vitamin C if fortified, but generally offers little nutritional value beyond calories, which can range from 80 to 150 per serving depending on the brand and sweetness level.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 75 kcal |
| Protein | 0 g |
| Carbs | 19 g |
| Fat | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 19 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Potassium | 35 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.5 mg |
| Folic Acid | 10 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the fusion of traditional tea-drinking habits with modern convenience, becoming a staple in homes, offices, and street stalls. Nutritionally, its appeal lies in its simplicity and adaptability, though it's often chosen more for taste and ease than for health benefits.
