Very Berry Iced Tea
Cool off with a refreshing glass of Very Berry Iced Tea, a vibrant and fruity twist on a classic summertime favorite. This recipe combines the bold, robust flavor of black tea with the natural sweetness of a medley of fresh berries—strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries—creating a luscious homemade berry syrup that elevates every sip. Enhanced with a splash of lemon juice, a touch of honey, and served over ice, this dazzling drink is as visually stunning as it is satisfying. Perfect for warm days or entertaining guests, this iced tea is garnished with fresh mint leaves for a hint of herbal freshness. With just 20 minutes of prep and cook time, this delicious berry tea is a quick and easy way to stay cool while delighting your taste buds.
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Ingredients
- 6 cups Water
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 1.5 cups Fresh mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 sprigs Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized pot, bring 6 cups of water to a gentle boil.
Step 2
Once boiling, remove the pot from heat and add the black tea bags. Let them steep for 5 minutes, then remove and discard the tea bags.
Step 3
While the tea is steeping, in a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of the mixed berries, granulated sugar, and honey. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the berries soften, about 5 minutes.
Step 4
Use a spoon or fork to gently mash the softened berries, creating a berry syrup. Remove from heat and strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the pulp, collecting the syrup in a small bowl. Set the syrup aside to cool slightly.
Step 5
Once the tea has cooled to room temperature, stir in the berry syrup and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Mix well.
Step 6
In a large pitcher, add 2 cups of ice cubes and the remaining 0.5 cup of fresh mixed berries. Pour the berry tea mixture over the ice.
Step 7
Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 8
When ready to serve, pour the iced tea into glasses filled with additional ice cubes, if desired. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for an extra pop of freshness.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2444.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 522.4 |
| Total Fat 1.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 58.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 110.5g | |
| Protein 6.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 226.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 629.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories