Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha)
Warm up with the comforting embrace of Korean Apple Tea with Ginger and Cinnamon (Saegwa Cha). This soothing beverage, rooted in my grandmother’s traditional remedies, combines the natural sweetness of apples with the warming spice of ginger and aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for cozy evenings or when you’re feeling under the weather, this easy-to-make drink is not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. With its versatile serving options—you can enjoy it hot, cold, or at room temperature—it’s sure to become a staple in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Instant Pot/Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 grams) sweet apples (Gala, Fuji, or McIntosh)
- 10 cups water
- 2 Tbsp (25 grams) brown sugar
- 4-inch piece (55 grams) fresh ginger
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 tsp black peppercorns
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the apples, leaving skin on for added nutrients.
- In an Instant Pot, combine apples, sliced ginger, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, black peppercorns, and water. Cook on high pressure for 18 minutes and manually release steam.
- If using a stock pot, bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then simmer for about 30 minutes until apples are soft.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher or jar to remove solids.
- Allow tea to cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg