Yuzu Cha (Citron Tea)
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Enjoy refreshing Yuzu Cha (Citron Tea) made with fresh yuzu fruit and rock sugar. Try this simple recipe today!
- Author: Aurora
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing/Infusing
- Cuisine: Japanese
- 2.2 lbs fresh yuzu (about 12 fruits)
- 2.2 lbs white rock sugar
- ½ cup lemon juice (for sterilizing)
- Wash yuzu thoroughly under running water, then cut each in half and remove seeds.
- Layer halved yuzu with rock sugar in a large mixing bowl, gently pressing to release some juice.
- Transfer the mixture into mason jars, leaving some space at the top.
- Seal jars tightly and let sit in a cool, dark place for 7 days.
- After resting, stir syrup into hot water until dissolved; enjoy warm or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 57
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg