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You Will Need:
selected teas to make the popsicle recipes
water
kettle
teapot
a strainer or tea filter
heat proof jug or stainless steel measuring cup
measuring cups
measuring spoons (1 tbsp.)
popsicle molds
popsicle sticks
depending on which recipes you choose to make,
you will also need additional ingredients such as
juice, fruit, sweeteners, etc.
Silk Road Teas are Fresh,
We use only 100% natural flavourings
100% Natural and Organic
in our teas because of their superior
Silk Road imports and blends organic,
taste, and because natural flavours
Popsicles are an easy and delicious
premium loose teas from around the
are a renewable resource.
summertime treat, and by incorporating
tips on how to make perfect tea popsicles.
tea into recipes, you are rewarded
world. Importing tea directly from growers
results in a continuous supply of fresh tea
Premium organic teas blended
with better tasting popsicles, as
that has more nutrients and better flavour.
with natural flavourings are not
well as a host of other benefits!
only good for your body – they are
Organic practices avoid the use of
good for the environment, too!
What makes tea popsicles wonderful?
> Tea is rich in antioxidants and nutrients
manufactured pesticides, herbicides and
mineral or synthetic fertilizers. Our teas
Tea Popsicles
that are good for you. For more
are either third party certified organic
Welcome to the refreshing and icy cool
information on the healthful properties
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organic by smaller groups or associations.
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> Teas are bursting with flavours, but
ensure that the highest antioxidant value
If you have a teapot with a built in strainer,
offer little in the way of calories.
is released. Below are our recommended
you’ll find it quite easy to strain the loose
> Homemade tea popsicles are
water temperatures and maximum
tea leaves out. For ease of use when
easy to make, and cost less than
steeping times for each type of tea.
making Tea Popsicles, we also recommend
using our hemp Tea Filters. They allow
buying commercial popsicles, which
usually contain a lot of sugar, artificial
For herbal teas, bring water to a full,
you to brew tea easily without a teapot
flavours, colourings and preservatives.
rolling boil. Steep tea for 10 minutes.
or strainer. Simply fill the tea filter with
When making popsicles with tea, the
For green teas, bring water to just
the correct quantity of tea, and place
amount of sugar that is used can be
before the boil. Steep for 3 minutes.
it in a stainless steel or heatproof jug.
reduced, or eliminated entirely. This is
For white teas, bring water to just
Follow the steeping times for the given
great news, whether you are making
before the boil. Steep for 5 minutes.
tea as outlined earlier. When the tea has
popsicles with kids or adults in mind!
For semi-green teas, bring water just
finished steeping, remove the tea filter
> Popsicles that contain tea tend
to the boil. Steep for 7 minutes.
and refrigerate the jug until the tea is cold.
to be more thirst quenching and
For black teas, bring water to a full,
Used Hemp Tea Filters (and tea leaves)
refreshing than regular popsicles.
rolling boil. Steep for 5 minutes.
can be added directly to compost.
options, which allow you to make delicious,
In the recipes, you’ll notice that tea is
Sweetness & Flavour Intensity
gourmet popsicles that are sure to please!
always steeped in water first, and then
Our taste buds perceive flavours
mixed with other ingredients such as
differently when they are exposed to food
Tea Brewing
juice, milk, fruit, etc. This is because
and drinks that are icy cold, as opposed to
Whether you’re making a Tea Popsicle, or
water releases the flavour of the tea
when they are exposed to food and drinks
a pot of tea, it’s very important to follow
most effectively. You may be tempted
that are at room temperature, or hot.
the correct guidelines regarding water
to make a shortcut by steeping the tea
temperature and length of steeping time.
in a combination of water and juice or
Coldness tends to dull our perception
This will ensure maximum health benefits
milk, but it won’t save time, or result in a
of flavour. For that reason, the popsicle
and flavour. Different classifications of tea
better flavour. In fact, the reverse occurs.
recipes use a higher proportion of loose
(herbal, green, semi-green, white and black)
It’s always best to brew the tea in hot
tea than one would normally use to make
require different water temperatures and
water first, and then once it has chilled,
a cup of hot tea. We recommend that you
steeping times to taste their best, and
combine it with the other ingredients.
normally use about 1 tbsp. of loose tea for
> Tea offers interesting and unique flavour
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every 2 cups of liquid (water, juice, milk,
sugar, here are some alternative
juice, the juice will act as a light flavour
etc.) when making popsicles. Normally you
sweeteners that are well worth trying:
enhancer and sweetener, but the tea will
need to use only ½ tsp. of loose tea for
honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, raw
be the primary flavour that remains.
every cup of water when making hot tea.
cane sugar, fruit juices (all fruit juice
contain a certain amount of sugar).
If you tend to prefer a more fruity and
sweeter tasting popsicle, increase the
Some tea popsicles are wonderful on
their own, without any juice, fruit or a
When adding sugar, honey or maple syrup
proportion of juice, and decrease the
sweetener added. See the “Tea Purist
to popsicles, it’s always best to dissolve
water. Use the same amount of loose tea
Popsicles” section for suggestions on
the sweetener in hot tea first, and then
to brew the tea, but reduce the water.
which teas are wonderful frozen plain.
add other ingredients. The sweeteners will
For example, if a recipe calls for 2 tbsp. of
However, many popsicles, even ones made
combine with the rest of the ingredients
loose tea, 2 cups of water and 2 cups of
with fruit or juices (which both contain
much more effectively if they have
juice, you can alter the amounts to 1 cup
natural sugars) taste better when a bit
been dissolved in hot tea beforehand.
of water and 3 cups of juice, but keep the
amount of loose tea the same (2 tbsp.).
of extra sweetness is added. The flavour
becomes richer and fuller. This is because
Juice is a wonderful ingredient in tea
of the fact that when we experience the
popsicles. It acts as a natural sweetener,
If you prefer a less fruity or sweet tasting
flavour of popsicle, it is very cold, so it
and can add a dazzling hit of colour.
popsicle, decrease the proportion of juice.
dulls our perception of the sweetness.
Juice also enhances the flavour of the
For example, if a recipe calls for 2 tbsp. of
You can reduce or increase the amount
popsicle, and can boost the nutrient and
loose tea, 2 cups of water and 2 cups of
of sugar or sweetener, to your preferred
antioxidant benefits of the popsicle.
juice, you can change it to 3 cups of water
and 1 cup of juice, but always keep the
level of sweetness. Follow our recipes
amount of loose tea the same (2 tbsp.).
exactly the first time around to see
In most recipes, we usually recommend
how you enjoy them, and then vary the
using equal parts juice and brewed
quantity of sweetener to suit your taste.
tea. For every cup of brewed tea, use
It’s best to add cool tea to juice,
about a cup of juice. This gives you a
particularly citrus juice. Otherwise,
Sweeteners
nice balance of fruit and tea flavour. A
the resulting popsicle can develop a
There are a variety of sweeteners that
popsicle made with a higher proportion
cloudy appearance. It will still taste
can be used to enhance the flavour of
of juice will taste sweeter and more
yummy, but it won’t look quite as nice.
your popsicles. In addition to regular
fruity. If you decrease the amount of
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Fruit
pouring the popsicle into the mold.
now look as incredible as they taste.
the flavour and texture of a popsicle.
Popsicle Texture
In addition to store bought popsicle
It can also improve the nutrient and
The texture of a popsicle will vary
molds, you can also create do-it-yourself
antioxidant benefits of the popsicle.
depending on the sugar content, as well
popsicle molds by freezing popsicles
When adding fruit, it’s generally best to
as the other ingredients that are in it.
inside small paper cups or ice cube trays.
purée it beforehand by placing it into a
The more sugar and fruit the popsicle
food processor or blender. Pulpy fruits
contains, the “crunchier” the texture.
Popsicle “cups” are perfect for taking on
(such as pineapple) or fruits with seeds
It becomes easier to bite into, and
picnics, and are also great for worry-
in them (raspberries, blackberries, etc.)
develops more of refined texture which
free patio entertaining. After eating the
can be puréed in a blender, and then
is reminiscent of a sorbet or sherbet.
popsicles, you can recycle the paper cups.
If a popsicle doesn’t contain any
To turn a small paper cup into a popsicle
sugar, juice, fruit or milk, the resulting
mold, you’ll need something to hold
When puréeing fruit, avoid adding liquid
popsicle texture will be similar to an
the popsicle stick into place. A paper
(chilled tea or juice) to the fruit while
ice cube: smooth, hard and glassy. This
baking cup or aluminum foil will work to
it is in the blender or food processor.
is because fruit, juice and milk contain
hold the popsicle stick in place. Simply
The action of the blender can create a
sugars. If the popsicle contains even
cut a small slit in the center of the
foamy froth, which tends to separate
a small quantity of sugar (whether it’s
aluminum foil, or the paper baking cup,
from the liquid portion of the popsicle,
added in, or is naturally occurring in
and slide the popsicle stick through it.
and does not freeze well. If there is too
the other ingredients), the texture will
much foam in the popsicle, the popsicle
become less hard, and ice-cube like.
Adding fruit to a popsicle can enhance
strained through a fine mesh sieve to
remove any seeds or stringy pulp.
Baking cups also work well as natural
“drip catchers” for popsicles, and are an
won’t remain attached to the popsicle
stick, or to the rest of the popsicle, when
Popsicle Molds
you try to remove it from the mold. To
There are some wonderfully inventive
prevent this problem, avoid puréeing
designs of popsicle molds that are now
Ice cube trays can be used to create cute
the fruit with other liquids. However,
available for purchase at kitchen and
mini popsicles that don’t require a popsicle
if you do end up with too much foam,
other specialty shops. From rocket
stick – just pop them into your mouth. Ice
strain the foam portion out before
ships to shooting stars, popsicles can
cube trays are now available in a variety
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of trendy shapes that produce delightful
popsicles are natural and preservative
2 tbsp. Earl Green loose tea
looking popsicles. Due to their smaller
free. Be sure to consume them within
2 cups water
size, mini popsicles freeze more quickly
4 days. For popsicles made with dairy
3 tbsp. sugar
than large popsicles. If you’re in a rush for
(milk, yogurt), consume within 3 days.
1 cup grapefruit juice
1 cup cranberry juice
some icy cool refreshment, mini popsicles
may be the route you want to take!
> Caution: it is not a good idea to refreeze a popsicle that has started to
Bring water to just before the boil. Pour
Tips
melt or thaw. Melting and re-freezing
2 cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
> To loosen a popsicle from a mold,
can contaminate the popsicle, which
Steep for 3 minutes. Strain tea into a
run it under warm water for a few
can lead to food borne illness.
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
and stir in sugar to dissolve. Refrigerate
minutes. Be careful not to expose
it to hot water too long, though, or
> Adding alcohol to popsicles: Alcohol
until completely chilled. Combine chilled
the entire popsicle might melt!
will prevent popsicles from freezing
tea with juices.* Pour into popsicle
completely and solidly. Depending on
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
> Striped popsicles: To create a
the recipe, you can sometimes add a
are completely frozen before serving.
striped popsicle, layer different but
bit of alcohol to a popsicle, but beware,
complimentary flavours of popsicles
if the alcohol content is too high, your
[*Tip: Never combine hot tea
on top of each other. Be sure to let
popsicle won’t freeze completely.
with grapefruit juice.]
Tea Popsicle Recipes
optional: The following teas also
each layer freeze over enough to set
before adding a new layer. Otherwise,
work well in this recipe, and can be
the layers will melt into each other.
Earl Green Popsicle
substituted for the original tea listed
> The freezing time for popsicles
We like to call this frozen delight “Earl
in the recipe: Alchemist’s Brew herbal
varies, depending on the size of
Pink,” because it creates a popsicle that is a
tea, Japanese Sour Cherry green tea,
the popsicle mold you are using,
beautiful, crystal clear, jewel-tone pink. Earl
Lychee Fruit black tea. Popsicle colour
the ingredients in the popsicle, as
Pink is a delightfully refreshing and slightly
may vary when you use these other teas.
well as how cold your freezer is.
tart popsicle, and it’s pretty, too! Grapefruit
Alchemist’s Brew will make the popsicle
and cranberry juices complement the lively
a deeper ruby shade. Lychee Fruit will
bergamot flavour of the Earl Green tea.
add a coppery hue to the popsicle.
> Best before date: Homemade
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To transform this into an “adult”
Red Bush Chai herbal tea, Gunpowder
honeydew melon and scoop out the
popsicle, add up to ¼ cup of
green tea, Earl Green, White Tipped
flesh, then purée it in a blender or
gin or vodka to this recipe.
Darjeeling white tea, Mountain Rain
food processor. Combine purée with
semi-green tea, Spicy Mandarin black tea.
chilled tea. Pour into popsicle molds,
Green Yerba Maté Popsicle
and freeze. Wait until popsicles are
This pineapple flavoured popsicle is the
Pineapple juice also pairs beautifully with
perfect antidote to hot weather, and
spicy or citrusy flavoured teas, as well as
acts as a tonic to your entire system.
plain, unflavoured black or green teas.
completely frozen before serving.
optional: The following teas also work
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
2 tbsp. Green Yerba Maté loose tea
To transform this into an “adult” popsicle,
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
1 cup water
add up to ¼ cup of rum to this recipe.
Green Yerba Maté herbal tea, Sencha
green tea, One Hundred Monkeys
3 cups pineapple juice
Japanese Sour Cherry Popsicle
white tea, Lychee Fruit black tea.
Yerba maté can be brewed cold or
The delicate and alluring flavours
hot, but never in boiling water. Always
of honeydew melon and
Create a “striped” popsicle by layering this
moisten leaves first with cold water to
Japanese Sour Cherry tea create
popsicle with the Earl Green popsicle.
retain nutrients and enhance flavour.
popsicle poetry together.
Mango Shade Popsicle
Pour 1 cup cold water over 2 tbsp. loose
2 tbsp. Japanese Sour Cherry loose tea
This popsicle is bursting with the
tea. Steep for 10 minutes. Strain tea into a
1½ cups water
taste of the Tropics. The thirst
jug and refrigerate until completely chilled.
1 tbsp. honey
quenching properties of black tea,
Combine chilled tea with juice.
2½ cups honey dew melon purée
combined with the smooth richness
of ripe mangoes, is unbeatable!
Pour into popsicle molds, and
freeze. Wait until popsicles are
Bring water to just before the boil. Pour
completely frozen before serving.
1½ cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
2 tbsp. Mango Shade loose tea
Steep for 3 minutes. Strain tea into a
1 cup water
optional: The following teas work equally
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
1 cup puréed mangoes
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
and stir in honey to dissolve. Refrigerate
2 cups mango juice
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
until completely chilled. Slice open a
juice of one lemon
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Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour
2 tsp. Matcha powdered green tea
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
1 cup water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
1 tbsp. icing sugar
and stir in sugar or honey to dissolve.
Steep for 5 minutes. Strain tea into a
2 cups water
Refrigerate until completely chilled.
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
2 cups coconut milk
Combine chilled, sweetened tea with juice.
Peel and cut fresh mangoes into small
Mix Matcha with icing sugar and ½ cup
This recipe tastes better when made with
chunks, and then purée in a blender or
cold water until completely dissolved.
freshly squeezed lemons, but you can also
food processor. Combine chilled tea with
Combine with the rest of the water
get good results when using store bought
juice and fruit purée. Pour into popsicle
and coconut milk. Pour into popsicle
lemonade. Follow these quantities if you
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
are making this recipe with a commercial
are completely frozen before serving.
are completely frozen before serving.
lemonade: 2 tbsp. Moonlight on the Grove
and refrigerate until completely chilled.
loose tea, 1 cup water, 3 cups sweetened
optional: The following teas also work
optional: To transform this into an
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
“adult” popsicle, add up to ¼ cup
for the original tea listed in the recipe: Red
of sake or vodka to this recipe.
Pour into popsicle molds, and
freeze. Wait until popsicles are
Bush Chai herbal tea, Sublime green tea,
Snow Dragon white tea, Golden Phoenix
Moonlight on the Grove Popsicle
semi-green tea, Tanzania Gold black tea.
The exotic jasmine flavour of Moonlight
Create a “striped” popsicle by layering this
lemonade. Combine chilled tea and juice.
completely frozen before serving.
on the Grove green tea is heavenly
optional: The following teas also work
when combined with zesty lemons.
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
popsicle with the Peach Paradise popsicle.
2 tbsp. Moonlight on the Grove loose tea
Philosopher’s Brew herbal tea, Dragon
To transform this into an “adult”
3½ cups water
Tears green tea, Two Doves Silver Needles
popsicle, add up to ¼ cup of
½ cup of sugar or honey
white tea, Mountain Rain semi-green
vodka or rum to this recipe.
juice of 6 lemons
tea, Emperor’s Keemun black tea.
Matcha Popsicle
Bring water to just before the boil. Pour
Create a “striped” popsicle by layering
Exotic, tropical, creamy coconut enlivens
3½ cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
this popsicle with the Sublime popsicle.
the clean, refreshing flavour of matcha.
Steep for 3 minutes. Strain tea into a
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To transform this into an “adult”
optional: The following teas also
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour 1½
popsicle, add 2 tbsp. of lemon liqueur
work well in this recipe, and can be
cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea. Steep
or up to ¼ cup of lemon flavoured
substituted for the original tea listed
for 10 minutes. Strain tea into a heatproof
vodka or rum to this recipe.
in the recipe: Herbal Chai herbal tea,
jug (plastic or stainless steel) and stir
Dragonwell green tea, One Hundred
in sugar to dissolve. Refrigerate until
Peach Paradise Popsicle
Monkeys white tea, Mountain Rain
completely chilled. Purée raspberries in a
This is a decadent popsicle that captures
semi-green tea, Darjeeling black tea.
blender or food processor. If desired, strain
raspberries through a sieve after puréeing
the alluring taste of sweet, freshly
picked peaches, and combines it with
Create a “striped” popsicle by layering this
to remove seeds. Combine chilled tea with
sweet kisses of honey and cream.
popsicle with the Mango Shade popsicle.
juices and fruit purée. Pour into popsicle
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
2 tbsp. Peach Paradise loose tea
To transform this into an “adult” popsicle,
1 cup water
add 2 tbsp. of peach schnapps or up
1 tbsp. honey
to ¼ cup of brandy to this recipe.
are completely frozen before serving.
optional: The following teas also work
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
1 cup puréed peaches
1 cup peach or apricot juice
Ruby Pagoda Popsicle
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
1 cup milk or non-dairy milk
The tantalizing, summery flavours of
Rooibos herbal tea, Earl Green green tea,
raspberries and lime are enhanced
White Needle Peony white tea, Waterfall
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour 1
by the lively, fruity, floral and slightly
semi-green tea, Rose Petal black tea.
cup water over 2 tbsp. loose tea. Steep
peppery notes in Ruby Pagoda tea.
for 5 minutes. Strain tea into a heatproof
This popsicle dazzles with its eye-
Create a “striped” popsicle by layering this
jug (plastic or stainless steel) and stir
popping deep ruby colour.
popsicle with the Earl Green popsicle.
completely chilled. Peel and slice fresh
2 tbsp. Ruby Pagoda loose tea
To transform this into an “adult” popsicle,
peaches, and then purée in a blender or
1½ cups water
add up to ¼ cup tequila to this recipe.
food processor. Combine with chilled
1 tbsp. sugar
tea, juice and milk. Pour into popsicle
1¼ cups frozen or fresh raspberries
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
1¼ cups cranberry juice
are completely frozen before serving.
juice of one lime
in honey to dissolve. Refrigerate until
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Silk Road Chai Popsicle
The following teas can be substituted for
This recipe tastes better when made with
Enjoy the decadent, creamy richness
the original tea listed in the recipe: Herbal
fresh squeezed limes, but you can also
of spicy Chai tea in this icy treat.
Chai herbal tea, Redbush Chai herbal
get good results when using store bought
2 tbsp. Silk Road Chai loose tea
tea, Golden Phoenix semi-green tea,
limeade. Follow these quantities if you
2 cups water
Vanilla Plantation black tea,
are making this recipe with commercial
2 tbsp. honey, raw cane
Velvet Potion black tea.
limeade: 2 tbsp. Sublime loose tea, 1
cup water, 3 cups sweetened limeade.
sugar or brown sugar
2 cups milk or non-dairy milk
To transform this into an “adult”
(try coconut milk instead of milk
popsicle, add up to ¼ cup dark rum,
for an exotic alternative)
whisky or bourbon to this recipe.
Combine chilled tea and limeade.
Pour into popsicle molds, and
freeze. Wait until popsicles are
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour
Sublime Popsicle
2 cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
Luscious limes – what could be more
Steep for 5 minutes. Strain tea into
refreshing on a hot summer’s day? This
optional: The following teas also
a heatproof jug (plastic or stainless
popsicle will cool you down, and help
work well in this recipe, and can be
steel) and stir in sweeter to dissolve.
you attain a zen-like state of mind.
substituted for the original tea listed in
completely frozen before serving.
the recipe: Chamomile Bliss herbal tea,
Refrigerate until completely chilled.
Combine chilled, sweetened tea
2 tbsp. Sublime loose tea
Ceylon Gunpowder green tea, Snow
with milk. Pour into popsicle molds,
3½ cups water
Dragon white tea, Waterfall semi-green
and freeze. Wait until popsicles are
½ cup of sugar or honey
tea, Point Ellice House black tea.
completely frozen before serving.
juice of 6 limes
Create a “striped” popsicle by
optional: Herbal Chai and Red Bush Chai
Bring water to just before the boil. Pour
layering this popsicle with the
are also chai teas, made with a different
3½ cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
Moonlight on the Grove popsicle.
selection of spices than the Silk Road Chai.
Steep for 3 minutes. Strain tea into a
In addition to the chai teas, we have some
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
other teas that contain spices and other
and stir in sugar or honey to dissolve.
ingredients which work well with the
Refrigerate until completely chilled.
milky sweet flavours in this combination.
Combine chilled, sweetened tea with juice.
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Spicy Mandarin Popsicle
blender until juice is released, and then
a heatproof jug (plastic or stainless
Revive your entire being with the
strain out excess pulp and fruit residue.
steel) and stir in sweetener to dissolve.
Refrigerate until completely chilled. Stir
succulent taste of fresh mandarins,
combined with the exotic flavours
optional: The following teas also work
cocoa powder into ¼ cup of milk until
of Spicy Mandarin tea.
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
it is fully dissolved. Slowly pour more
2 tbsp. Spicy Mandarin loose tea,
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
milk into the cocoa powder and milk
1 cup water
Ruby Pagoda herbal tea, Earl Green
until it is completely and thoroughly
3 cups freshly squeezed mandarin,
green tea, Ginseng & Ginger semi-
mixed. Combine chilled, sweetened tea
tangerine or orange juice
green tea, Canton Orange black tea.
with chocolate milk. Pour into popsicle
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
are completely frozen before serving.
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour 1
To intensify the citrus flavour further, and
cup water over 2 tbsp. loose tea. Steep for
transform this into an adult popsicle, add
5 minutes. Strain tea into a heatproof jug
up to ¼ cup mandarin flavoured vodka,
optional: This combination focuses on
(plastic or stainless steel) and refrigerate
or 1 tbsp. orange flavoured liqueur.
the delicious combination of chocolate
mint, and we recommend combining this
until completely chilled. Combine chilled
tea with juice. Pour into popsicle molds,
Westcoast Peppermint Popsicle
recipe with other minty flavoured teas.
and freeze. Wait until popsicles are
Experience the sinful taste of
Spicy, citrusy and fruity flavours are also
completely frozen before serving.
chocolate, paired with the cool,
delicious with chocolate. Here are other
tingling freshness of mint.
teas which work well in this recipe, and
can be substituted for the original tea
This popsicle is delicious if it is made with
orange juice from concentrate. However, it
2 tbsp. Westcoast Peppermint loose tea
listed in the recipe: Angelwater herbal
tastes even better if it is made with freshly
2 cups water
tea, Casablanca green tea, Green Dragon
squeezed juice, particularly mandarin or
1 tbsp. honey, cane sugar or brown sugar
semi-green tea, Velvet Potion black tea.
tangerine juice. It’s easier to make than
1 tbsp. cocoa powder
you might think! Mandarins and tangerines
2 cups chocolate or non-dairy milk
popsicle with the Velvet Potion popsicle.
have very juicy flesh, and are easier to
squeeze than oranges. First peel the fruit,
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour
and then squeeze it with a citrus press. Or,
2 cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
place peeled mandarins/tangerine in the
Steep for 10 minutes. Strain tea into
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Velvet Potion Popsicle
Angelwater herbal tea, Casablanca
Tea Purist Popsicles
This popsicle was created purely as an
green tea, Vanilla Plantation black tea.
There are quite a few teas which make
great popsicles on their own, without sugar,
indulgent adult treat. It combines the
intoxicating cocoa flavour of Velvet
White Needle Peony Popsicle
Potion with Irish Cream whisky. A perfect
Pomegranate juice and white teas
way to unwind after a long day!
are both known for having very high
Here is a list of teas that we
levels of antioxidants, so they make a
recommend trying on their own
2 tbsp. Velvet Potion loose tea
perfect pair! This popsicle is delicate,
as a popsicle. Use 1 tbsp. loose tea
1 cup water
slightly tart and very refreshing.
leaves for every 2 cups of water.
1 tbsp. maple syrup
2 tbsp. White Needle Peony loose tea
2½ cups coconut milk
2 cups water
Herbal teas: Alchemist’s Brew, Philosopher’s
½ cup Irish Cream whiskey
2 cups pomegranate juice
Brew, Ruby Pagoda, Westcoast Peppermint.
juice, fruit or anything else added to them.
Bring water to a full, rolling
boil. Steep for 10 minutes.
Bring water to a full, rolling boil. Pour
Bring water to just before the boil. Pour
1 cup water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
2 cups water over 2 tbsp. loose tea.
Steep for 5 minutes. Strain tea into a
Steep for 5 minutes. Strain tea into a
Green teas: Casablanca, Dragonwell,
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
heatproof jug (plastic or stainless steel)
Gen Mai Cha, Snow Leopard.
and stir in maple syrup to dissolve.
and refrigerate until completely chilled.
Bring water to just before the
Refrigerate until completely chilled.
Combine chilled tea with juice. Pour
boil. Steep for 3 minutes.
Combine chilled tea with coconut milk
into popsicle molds, and freeze. Wait
and Irish Cream. Pour into popsicle
until completely frozen to serve.
Bring water just to the boil.
molds, and freeze. Wait until popsicles
are completely frozen before serving.
Semi-green teas: Mountain Rain, Waterfall.
optional: The following teas work equally
Steep for 7 minutes.
well in this recipe: Alchemist’s Brew herbal
optional: The following teas also work
tea, Earl Green green tea, One Hundred
Black teas: Lychee Fruit, Velvet Potion.
well in this recipe, and can be substituted
Monkeys white tea, Rose Petal black tea.
Bring water to a full, rolling
for the original tea listed in the recipe:
boil. Steep for 5 minutes.
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