Description
Discover the delightful experience of homemade Yuzu Cha (Citron Tea), a refreshing Japanese beverage that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. Made with fresh yuzu fruit and rock sugar, this tea is not only invigorating but also packed with health benefits, including immune-boosting properties. Whether you enjoy it warm on a chilly day or iced during the summer months, Yuzu Cha is sure to impress. It also makes a thoughtful gift for friends and family who appreciate unique flavors. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create this vibrant drink in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.2 lbs yuzu (about 12 fruits)
- 2.2 lbs white rock sugar
- ½ cup shochu (or lemon juice/high-proof alcohol for sterilizing)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients, weighing them for accuracy.
- Wash yuzu thoroughly and slice each fruit in half, removing seeds.
- In a mixing bowl, layer sliced yuzu with rock sugar and stir until coated.
- Sterilize two mason jars with shochu, then fill them with the yuzu-sugar mixture.
- Seal tightly and let rest in a cool, dark place for 7 days before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg