Refreshing Aloe & Cucumber Elixir
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Ingredients
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4 tbsp Fresh aloe vera gel
(Use fresh gel extracted from aloe leaves)
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200 ml Green Tea
(Brewed and cooled)
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1/2 medium Cucumber
(Thinly sliced)
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1 tbsp Lemon juice
(Freshly squeezed)
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1 tbsp Honey
(Adjust sweetness to your taste)
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6 leaves Mint leaves
(For garnish and extra aroma)
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6 pieces Ice Cubes
(Optional, for serving chilled)
(Use fresh gel extracted from aloe leaves)
(Brewed and cooled)
(Thinly sliced)
(Freshly squeezed)
(Adjust sweetness to your taste)
(For garnish and extra aroma)
(Optional, for serving chilled)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 glass (300 ml)
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 20 mg
- Iron: 0.3 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Aloe Gel:
Carefully extract fresh aloe vera gel from the leaf and set aside. Avoid the yellow sap for a smooth taste.
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2 - Brew and Cool Green Tea:
Brew the green tea using fresh boiled water and allow it to cool to room temperature.
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3 - Blend Juice Base:
In a blender, combine the aloe vera gel, cooled green tea, lemon juice, and honey. Blend until smooth and slightly frothy.
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4 - Add Cucumber and Serve:
Pour the mixture into two glasses over cucumber slices and ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.
Carefully extract fresh aloe vera gel from the leaf and set aside. Avoid the yellow sap for a smooth taste.
Brew the green tea using fresh boiled water and allow it to cool to room temperature.
In a blender, combine the aloe vera gel, cooled green tea, lemon juice, and honey. Blend until smooth and slightly frothy.
Pour the mixture into two glasses over cucumber slices and ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.
More About: Refreshing Aloe & Cucumber Elixir
Jade Temple Aloe Essence: A Refreshing Herbal Elixir
The Jade Temple Aloe Essence is a unique and calming drink inspired by English fusion cuisine that elegantly combines natural elements known for their wellness and soothing properties. This drink features fresh aloe vera gel, revered for its hydrating and detoxifying properties, alongside the gentle taste of green tea and fresh cucumber for crispness. The infusion of freshly squeezed lemon juice brightens the blend while optional honey adds natural sweetness, making it ideal for a relaxing moment or during warmer days as a refreshing respite.
Tips & Notes
- Use fresh aloe vera directly from the plant for best results, ensuring you remove any of the yellowish aloin sap which can impart bitterness and discomfort.
- Green tea boosts antioxidants and blends harmoniously with aloe, while cucumber adds a cooling freshness. Using chilled green tea further enhances the refreshment.
- Adjust sweetness with honey or omit for a natural, slightly tangy experience.
- Garnish with fresh mint to emphasize the herbal notes and give a visual appeal.
- Ideal served over ice cubes as a summer refreshment or at wellness-focused events.
History & Cultural Significance
Though aloe vera has been traditional in various global cultures for healing and skincare, its application within English drink recipes presents a contemporary twist that captures attention through health-driven creativity. Green tea, largely tied to Asian traditions, creates the fusion focus, representing a melding of eastern and western natural ingredients increasingly appreciated worldwide.
Unique Aspects
Dedicated to the essence of a tranquil temple garden, the Jade Temple Aloe Essence draws on imagery evoked by jade’s calm and wellness symbolism, enhancing the drinking experience beyond mere flavors. This drink carries a crisp clarity perfect for mindfulness rituals or to simply enjoy a healthy and revitalizing beverage without alcohol or caffeine extremes.
The Jade Temple Aloe Essence stands out in the realm of English drinks by innovatively embracing plant-based, herbal components connected with health and subtle luxury. Whether serving it alongside light meals, during afternoon relaxation, or after yoga, it harmonizes effortlessly into modern English culinary lifestyles.
