Strawberry Mint Sun Tea
Quench your thirst with the refreshing taste of homemade Strawberry Mint Sun Tea, a delightful twist on a classic beverage that’s perfect for sunny days. This easy and naturally infused tea combines the robust flavor of black tea with the sweet juiciness of fresh strawberries and the cool, herbal notes of mint. Slowly steeped in the sunlight for a unique brewing process, this tea captures the essence of summer in every sip. Customize its sweetness with a touch of honey and serve it over ice for the ultimate chilled drink. Bursting with vibrant flavors and simple ingredients, Strawberry Mint Sun Tea is a must-try for tea lovers seeking a light, aromatic treat to enjoy in the heat.
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Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 6 pieces Fresh strawberries
- 10 leaves Fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon Honey (optional)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Start by rinsing the strawberries and mint leaves under cold water. Remove the strawberry stems and slice them into halves or quarters depending on their size.
Step 2
2. In a large glass jar or pitcher, add the black tea bags, sliced strawberries, and fresh mint leaves.
Step 3
3. Pour the 8 cups of room-temperature water into the jar, completely submerging the tea bags, strawberries, and mint.
Step 4
4. Cover the jar or pitcher with a lid or plastic wrap to keep it clean and free of debris.
Step 5
5. Place the jar in a sunny spot outdoors or near a sunny window indoors. Allow it to steep for about 3-4 hours, or until the tea reaches your desired strength.
Step 6
6. Once the tea is brewed to your liking, remove the jar from the sunlight. Take out the tea bags and strain the tea using a fine-mesh strainer to remove the strawberries and mint leaves.
Step 7
7. Sweeten the tea with honey, if desired, and stir until dissolved.
Step 8
8. Serve the strawberry mint sun tea over ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with additional fresh strawberries or mint leaves if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2506g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 90.2 |
| Total Fat 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 60.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.0g | |
| Protein 0.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 142.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 146.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories