Asian Iced Teas: Our Selection of Refreshing Flavours

Tired of sodas and mass-produced iced teas that are often too sweet and uninspired?? If you're looking for a beverage that's truly refreshing, convenient, and off the beaten path, Asian iced tea is an avenue worth exploring. It opens the door to a world of complex and delicate flavours, light-years away from the options you typically find on store shelves.

This guide is here to bring you some clarity. Our goal?: to give you the keys to choosing the ready-to-drink tea that’s perfect for you, cutting through the marketing hype and empty promises.

Asian Iced Tea: The Keys to Choosing Wisely

Before diving into our selection, here are a few essential criteria to help you find that hidden gem.

1. The Tea Base: The Core of the Drink

The type of tea is the true backbone of the beverage. It's what gives the drink its entire character.

• Black Tea?: Robust and full-bodied, it provides a solid base that pairs very well with bright flavours like citrus. It's the foundation of the classic lemon iced tea.
• Green Tea?: Lighter and more vegetal, it brings an herbaceous freshness. It is often paired with delicate or tangy flavours like green plum.
• Oolong Tea?: Halfway between green and black tea, oolong iced tea is particularly prized for its floral and slightly roasted notes. It pairs wonderfully with fruits like peach or grape.

2. The Flavour Profile: Embrace Originality

Asian-inspired flavoured cold tea shines with its unique flavour combinations. Forget the traditional peach iced tea for a moment and explore bolder pairings?: green plum, grape, lychee... A quick look at the ingredients is often revealing?: the presence of concentrated fruit juice (usually indicated as a percentage) is a good sign of an authentic and natural flavour.

3. The Composition: Keeping an Eye on Sugar

If you're trying to avoid sugar bombs, the label is your best friend. Many modern Asian brands use natural sweeteners (like erythritol or steviol glycosides) to offer a controlled sweetness. Also, consider the convenience factor?: an iced tea multi-pack with several bottles is ideal for always having a cold drink on hand.

Recommended Asian Iced Tea Picks

Here are four options that perfectly illustrate the diversity and quality of Asian-inspired iced teas.

Naìsnow Grape Oolong Tea

Why we love it?: Naìsnow presents a surprising combination of the floral complexity of oolong tea and the sweetness of red grape. Its low-sugar recipe relies on erythritol and monk fruit concentrate for a guilt-free pleasure.

• Highlights?:
  • Original grape-oolong pairing.
  • Low-sugar and 0% fat recipe.
  • Contains ≥5% fruit juice and a tea polyphenol content of ≥200mg/kg.
• Who is it for??
  • For the curious, seeking a refined and low-sugar drink with a fruity touch that's a change from the usual.

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Nestlé Peach Oolong Tea

Why we love it?: Nestlé brilliantly reinvents a classic. The combination of oolong tea and peach offers a more subtle and refined version of the traditional iced tea. The result is a perfectly balanced, refreshing, and just-sweet-enough drink.

• Highlights?:
  • The peach-oolong duo, a classic revisited with finesse.
  • Fresh taste with just the right amount of sweetness.
  • Contains ≥5% fruit juice (apple and peach).
• Who is it for??
  • For fans of peach iced tea who want to upgrade their experience and discover the subtlety of oolong.

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Uni-president Green Plum Flavoured Green Tea Drink

Why we love it?: Warning: bold character ahead! Uni-president takes us on a journey with this green plum flavour, which is very popular in Asia for its unique sweet-and-sour profile. Paired with the lightness of green tea, it creates a drink that is incredibly thirst-quenching and unlike any other.

• Highlights?:
  • A sweet-and-sour flavour profile that awakens the taste buds.
  • The vegetal freshness of green tea in the background.
  • A true invitation to a flavour journey.
• Who is it for??
  • For flavour adventurers ready to explore tastes that are radically off the beaten path.

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Uni-president Lemon Black Tea

Why we love it?: Uni-president tackles the classic lemon iced tea, and does it well. The recipe gets straight to the point: a frank lemon flavour, supported by a robust black tea. It's simple, effective, and terribly refreshing.

• Highlights?:
  • An intense and no-frills lemon taste.
  • The strength of black tea for a perfect balance.
  • A timeless classic, the ultimate safe bet.
• Who is it for??
  • For purists who appreciate a reliable classic and are looking for a true, no-fuss lemon iced tea.

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Want to Explore More?

This selection is just a taste of the flavours that await you. The world of refreshing drinks is vast, and our catalogue is full of other gems to discover.

Explore our full range of [250ml bottle] drinks to find your next favourite.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What's the difference between an Asian iced tea and a "classic" iced tea?

The difference mainly comes down to the tea base and the flavours. Asian iced teas often feature green tea and oolong tea, whereas Western versions tend to focus on black tea. On the flavour side, boldness is key, with fruits like plum, lychee, grape, or yuzu. Finally, Asian recipes often aim for a more subtle balance between the tea, the fruit, and a more controlled sugar level.

How should I store my ready-to-drink iced tea?

To preserve all the aromas, keep the bottles in a cool, dry place away from light. Once opened, a bottle must be kept in the refrigerator and should preferably be consumed within 24 hours to ensure optimal freshness.

Are the iced teas sold in packs?

Yes, of course. Most of our products, including those in our selection, are offered in an iced tea multi-pack (usually 6 bottles). It's a format that is both economical and convenient for stocking up or taking them with you anywhere.