This guava white tea lemonade is light, fruity, and incredibly refreshing. It combines delicate white tea with sweet guava juice and a splash of fresh lemon for a drink that's perfectly balanced between sweet and tart. I first tried something like this at Starbucks years ago and loved it so much I started making my own version at home. It takes just 5 minutes of hands-on time, and while the tea steeps and cools, you can go do something else. The result is a beautiful, pink-hued iced tea that tastes tropical and bright, perfect for sipping on a hot afternoon.
If you love fruity drinks like Peach Lemonade or Strawberry Iced Tea, this one will quickly become a favorite. Serve it alongside something sweet like Watermelon Slushie for a refreshing spread everyone will enjoy.
Why You'll Love This Guava White Tea Lemonade
This guava white tea lemonade comes together in about 25 minutes, and most of that is just waiting for the tea to steep and cool. It's easy, affordable, and uses just a handful of ingredients. The recipe makes 2 servings, so it's perfect for sharing or keeping both for yourself. It's also much healthier than most store-bought drinks, with only 71 calories per serving and no artificial flavors or preservatives. You can customize it to your taste by adjusting the sweetness or tartness, and it's a fun way to switch up your usual iced tea routine.
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- Ingredient Swaps and Variations
- What to Serve with Guava White Tea Lemonade
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- The Mystery Dish
- How to Store Guava White Tea Lemonade
- Serving Suggestions
- Expert Tips
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ingrediants Guava White Tea Lemonade
Here's everything you need to make this light, fruity guava white tea lemonade.
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Hot water: Used to steep the tea and dissolve the honey.
Honey (optional, plus additional to taste): Adds a touch of natural sweetness. You can skip it or adjust to your preference.
White tea bag: Provides a delicate, floral tea base that's lighter than black or green tea.
Ice cubes (plus additional for serving): Cools the tea quickly and keeps the drink ice cold.
Guava juice: The star ingredient. It adds tropical sweetness and gives the drink its beautiful pink color.
Lemon juice (freshly squeezed, about ¼-½ lemon, plus additional to taste): Adds brightness and balances the sweetness with a tart kick.
How to Make Guava White Tea Lemonade
This refreshing iced tea comes together in just a few simple steps.
- Dissolve the honey: In a large measuring cup, dissolve the honey (if using) in ½ cup of boiling water. Stir until the honey is completely dissolved.
- Steep the tea: Add the white tea bag to the hot water and let it steep for 10 minutes. Don't rush this step, the longer steeping time allows the tea to develop its full flavor.
- Cool the tea: At the end of 10 minutes, add ½ cup of ice cubes to the tea and let it continue steeping for another 10 minutes. This cools the tea down quickly without diluting it too much.
- Mix in the juices: Remove the tea bag and stir in the guava juice and lemon juice. Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more honey or lemon juice if needed.
- Serve over ice: Place a generous amount of ice in 1 large glass or 2 small glasses. Pour the guava white tea lemonade over the ice.
- Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, fruity flavors.
Ingredient Swaps and Variations
This guava white tea lemonade is easy to customize based on what you have or what you prefer.
Tea: Swap white tea for green tea, jasmine tea, or herbal tea. Each will give you a slightly different flavor profile.
Guava juice: Use mango juice, passion fruit juice, or pineapple juice for a different tropical twist.
Sweetener: Use agave nectar, simple syrup, or maple syrup instead of honey. You can also use a sugar-free sweetener if you prefer.
Lemon juice: Swap lemon juice for lime juice for a guava lime tea lemonade.
Sparkling version: Top the drink with sparkling water or club soda for a fizzy version.
Fruit garnish: Add fresh guava slices, lemon slices, or berries for a pretty presentation.
What to Serve with Guava White Tea Lemonade
This guava white tea lemonade is so refreshing and versatile, it pairs beautifully with all kinds of foods. Serve it alongside light summer salads with grilled chicken, shrimp, or fresh vegetables for a healthy lunch. It's perfect with sandwiches and wraps, especially turkey and avocado or veggie wraps with hummus. For brunch, pair it with pastries, fruit salads, yogurt parfaits, or savory dishes like quiche or avocado toast. It also goes great with tropical-inspired meals like Hawaiian pizza, coconut shrimp, teriyaki chicken, or fish tacos. For outdoor gatherings, serve it with grilled meats, burgers, hot dogs, or BBQ chicken.
EQUIPMENT
Here's the simple gear that makes this drink come together easily.
Large measuring cup: For steeping the tea and mixing the ingredients.
Tea bag: White tea is best, but any tea you like will work.
Glasses for serving: For serving the finished drink over ice.
The Secret Recipe My Cousin Will Never Share
We all have that one family member who guards their recipes like state secrets. For me, it's my cousin Sarah. Every family gathering, she brings this incredible dish that has everyone asking for the recipe, and every single time, she smiles sweetly and says, "It's a family secret." The rest of us have spent years trying to recreate it, swapping theories over text messages and comparing notes after holiday dinners.
The Mystery Dish
Sarah's famous dish is a layered casserole that somehow manages to be creamy, savory, and perfectly seasoned. It has a golden, crispy top and a center that's rich and comforting. She brings it to Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and every potluck in between. The smell alone makes everyone gather around the table before dinner is even officially served.
How to Store Guava White Tea Lemonade
This drink is best enjoyed fresh, but here's how to store it if you need to.
Refrigerator: Store the guava white tea lemonade in a pitcher or airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 to 3 days. Stir well before serving as the ingredients may settle.
Make-Ahead: You can steep the tea ahead of time and store it in the fridge, then mix in the guava juice and lemon juice when you're ready to serve.
Freezing: This drink doesn't freeze well because the tea can become watery when thawed. It's best made fresh or stored in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
This guava white tea lemonade is delicious on its own, but here are a few ways to enjoy it.
Serve it in tall glasses with colorful straws for a fun, tropical vibe. Garnish with fresh mint, lemon slices, or guava slices for a pretty presentation. Pair it with light summer meals like salads, sandwiches, or grilled fish. Use it as a base for cocktails by adding vodka, rum, or prosecco.
Expert Tips
Here are a few tricks to make sure your drink turns out light, fruity, and perfectly balanced.
Use freshly squeezed lemon juice: Bottled lemon juice won't give you the same bright, fresh flavor.
Don't over-steep the tea: White tea is delicate, and steeping it for too long can make it taste bitter. Stick to the 10-minute steeping time.
Cool the tea with ice: Adding ice cubes after steeping helps cool the tea quickly without diluting it too much.
Taste and adjust: Everyone's preference is different, so taste the drink before serving and adjust the sweetness or tartness as needed.
FAQ
Does Starbucks still have guava white tea lemonade?
As of early 2025, Starbucks discontinued the Guava White Tea Lemonade White Tea Lemonade from their menu in many locations. However, availability can vary by region, so it's worth checking with your local store. The good news is that this homemade version tastes just as good, if not better, and you can make it anytime you want. My friend Alex says she actually prefers the homemade version because she can control how sweet it is.
Is guava lemonade healthy?
Guava lemonade can be a relatively healthy drink, especially when made at home. This recipe has only 71 calories per serving and is packed with vitamin C from the guava juice and lemon. Guava White Tea Lemonade is also high in antioxidants and fiber. However, it does contain natural sugars from the guava juice and optional honey, so it's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. If you want to make it even lighter, skip the honey or use less guava juice.
Is it good to drink Guava White Tea Lemonade every day?
Drinking Guava White Tea Lemonade every day can be beneficial. Guava is rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and has anti-inflammatory properties. Some studies suggest that guava leaf tea can help with digestion, blood sugar control, and immune support. However, this recipe uses guava juice rather than guava tea, so it's a bit different. If you're drinking this guava white tea lemonade daily, just be mindful of the sugar content from the juice and adjust the sweetness to your preference.
What tea goes well with Guava White Tea Lemonade?
Guava White Tea Lemonade pairs beautifully with mild, delicate teas like white tea, green tea, and jasmine tea. These teas have subtle flavors that don't overpower the fruity guava. White tea is the classic choice because it's light and slightly floral, which complements the tropical sweetness of guava perfectly. You can also try herbal teas like hibiscus or rooibos for a caffeine-free option. My grandma used to say that fruity drinks need gentle teas so the flavors can shine, and she was absolutely right.
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Ingredients
Method
- Heat the water in a large measuring cup and dissolve the honey (if using) in the hot water.
- Add the white tea bag and let it steep for 10 minutes.
- Once steeped, add ½ cup of ice to the tea and let it continue steeping for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir in the guava juice and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the tea mixture into the glasses.
- Serve and enjoy!
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