Hawaiian Iced Tea Punch Recipe (Non-Alcoholic)

Bursting with pineapple, orange, and lemon, this sparkling vintage Hawaiian iced tea is a refreshingly fruity non‑alcoholic punch perfect for summer.

I never met the Jewel Tea man, but stories about him have been part of my family for generations. He was the traveling grocer my great‑grandmother Lela fondly remembered, and she liked to buy tea bags and pantry staples from him when she could. Today’s recipe comes from the 1929 Jewel Tea Cookbook, Mary Dunbar’s Favorite Recipes — Mary Dunbar being the chief home economist for the Jewel Tea Company.

The original recipe called this beverage “Hawaiian Punch.” At the time that name described a pale, tea‑based punch with tropical fruit flavors rather than the bright red commercial drink we think of today. To avoid confusion I call it Hawaiian Iced Tea Punch.

The ingredient list is simple: strong orange pekoe tea (brewed hot and cooled), pineapple juice, ginger ale, lemon juice, orange juice, and sugar. Instructions are just as straightforward — combine everything and serve over crushed ice. It’s an easy, crowd‑pleasing summer drink.

On first sip the flavor struck me as familiar but not identical to anything I’d had. It reminded me of the pale yellow/white Lifesavers candy: tropical and lightly sweet with a gentle hint of tea. My family loved it, and I expect this old‑fashioned punch will win fans when you try it. It’s a delightful special drink for warm days.

1929 Jewel Tea Cookbook: Mary Dunbar’s Favorite Recipes

The printable recipe appears below, but I love showing the original — vintage cookbooks are like a little step back in time.

Recipe Ingredients

• Orange pekoe tea (strong, brewed and cooled)
• Pineapple juice
• Ginger ale
• Lemon juice
• Orange juice
• Sugar

How to Make Hawaiian Iced Tea Punch

Ready for the very complicated part?

Combine all ingredients and serve over crushed ice.

I like to add a sprig of fresh mint or a pineapple spear as a garnish when I want it to look extra pretty.

That’s it — your Hawaiian iced tea punch will be ready in minutes.

Storage

Because the ginger ale will eventually lose its carbonation, this punch is best enjoyed soon after mixing. Adjust the ingredient amounts to make a smaller or larger batch to help avoid waste.

Recipe Notes

• Orange pekoe black tea is the closest modern equivalent to what the original recipe called for. Brew a strong tea with boiling water, cool it, then use it in the recipe. For convenience you can use a ready‑made sweet tea if you prefer.
• If you’d rather skip ginger ale, substitute Sprite or Diet Sprite for a different kind of fizz and sweetness.
• Garnish options: fresh mint sprigs or pineapple spears make attractive additions.

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Iced Cherry Apple Cider Vinegar Tea

Sugar‑Free Peach Lemonade (2 Ingredients Only)

Iced Mint Tea Recipe

Sweet Tea

Wedding Punch (Non‑Alcoholic Cranberry Punch)

Tropical Pink Mocktail