Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha) is a delightful, warming beverage that combines the sweet flavors of apples with the spicy kick of ginger and the aromatic essence of cinnamon. This comforting drink not only warms you up on chilly days but also soothes your throat when you’re feeling under the weather. It’s incredibly easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for any occasion—served hot, cold, or at room temperature. Packed with health benefits from ginger and cinnamon, this traditional Korean drink is a must-try for anyone seeking a cozy and invigorating beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Infusing
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Apples (Gala or Fuji recommended)
- 10 cups Water
- 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
- 4 inches Fresh Ginger
- 2 Cinnamon Sticks
- 2 tsp Black Peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and quarter apples without peeling.
- In an Instant Pot, combine apples, ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and water. Cook on high pressure for 18 minutes.
- For stovetop, simmer combined ingredients in a stock pot for about 30 minutes until soft.
- Strain using a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
- Cool completely before serving warm or chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 78
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg