Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm your soul with Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha), a comforting and aromatic drink that captures the essence of cozy moments. This delightful beverage blends sweet apples, zesty ginger, and fragrant cinnamon into a soothing tea that’s perfect for any occasion—from chilly evenings to family gatherings. With its simple preparation and health benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties from ginger, this tea is not just delicious but also a natural remedy for cold relief. Enjoy it hot or chilled, and make it your go-to drink for relaxation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs sweet apples (Gala, Fuji, or McIntosh)
- 10 cups water
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 4 inches fresh ginger
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the apples without peeling.
- In an Instant Pot, combine apples, sliced ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and water. Cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. For stovetop method, bring to a boil in a pot then simmer for about 30 minutes until apples are soft.
- Strain the mixture into a pitcher using a fine mesh sieve to catch solids.
- Allow the tea to cool before sealing in a container.
- Serve hot or chilled and enjoy every sip!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg