Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm up your evenings with a cozy cup of Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha). This delightful beverage combines the natural sweetness of apples with the zesty warmth of ginger and aromatic cinnamon, creating a comforting drink that’s perfect for chilly nights or relaxing moments. Passed down through generations, this recipe is not only simple to make but also packed with health benefits. Enjoy it hot or cold, share it with family, or sip it solo while you unwind—each cup feels like a warm hug!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- 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 them to retain flavor.
- In an Instant Pot: Combine all ingredients in the pot, seal the lid, and cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. Release steam manually.
- Stovetop: Combine all ingredients in a large pot, bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes until apples are soft.
- Strain the mixture into a pitcher using a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- Allow tea to cool and transfer to sealed containers for storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg