Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm up with a cozy cup of Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha), a delightful beverage that soothes the soul and invigorates the spirit. This traditional drink, cherished for generations in my family, is perfect for chilly evenings or when you need a comforting pick-me-up. With the sweet flavors of apples harmonizing beautifully with the spicy warmth of ginger and cinnamon, every sip feels like a warm hug. Not only is this tea incredibly easy to make, but it also offers health benefits thanks to its immunity-boosting ingredients. Whether enjoyed hot on a cold day or as a refreshing iced drink during warmer months, this versatile recipe is sure to bring smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs apples (Gala, Fuji, or similar)
- 10 cups water
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 4 inches fresh ginger
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the apples, leaving the skin on for added flavor.
- Combine chopped apples, sliced ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and water in either an Instant Pot (cook for 18 minutes at high pressure) or simmer on the stovetop until apples are soft (about 30 minutes).
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing down on solids to extract maximum flavor.
- Allow tea to cool before storing in sealed containers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg