Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm your soul with Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha), a heartwarming beverage that combines the sweetness of apples with the spicy zest of ginger and aromatic cinnamon. This cherished family recipe is perfect for chilly evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather. With its soothing flavors and delightful aroma, each sip feels like a comforting hug in a cup. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to enjoy hot, cold, or at room temperature, this tea is not just a drink but a cozy ritual that brings back fond memories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusion
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs firm sweet apples (Gala, Fuji, Cortland)
- 10 cups water
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 4 inches fresh ginger
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Chop washed apples into quarters and remove the core.
- Choose your cooking method: Instant Pot: Combine all ingredients in the pot and cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. Stovetop: Simmer chopped ingredients in a stock pot for about 30 minutes until apples are soft.
- After cooking, steep covered for an additional 10 minutes.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher or jar.
- Let cool completely before refrigerating or serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 3mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg