Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm your heart and soothe your soul with Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha). This delightful beverage combines the natural sweetness of apples with the warming spice of ginger and the comforting essence of cinnamon, creating a cozy drink that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re looking for a quick pick-me-up on a chilly evening or want to impress family and friends at gatherings, this easy-to-make tea is sure to become a cherished favorite. With just a few wholesome ingredients, you can enjoy a soothing cup that brings back fond memories while providing numerous health benefits.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 grams) Apples (Gala, Fuji, or McIntosh)
- 10 cups Water
- 2 Tbsp (25 grams) Brown Sugar
- 4 inches (55 grams) Fresh Ginger
- 2 Cinnamon Sticks
- 2 tsp Black Peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the apples, removing the cores but leaving the skin on.
- Instant Pot: Combine all ingredients in the pot, lock the lid, and cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. Release steam manually.
- Stove Top: In a stock pot, combine apples, ginger, sugar, peppercorns, and water. Boil then simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Strain tea through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing down on solids to extract juice.
- Let cool completely before serving hot or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg