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Strawberry Iced Tea

Refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea for Your Summer Sips

Enjoy a delightful blend of Strawberry Iced Tea, capturing the sweet and tangy essence of strawberries, perfect for summer sips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Best Recipe Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Syrup
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Feel free to use frozen if fresh isn’t available.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Try a sugar alternative for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Water Filtered water enhances overall flavor.
For the Iced Tea
  • 2 cups Black Tea Consider using green or decaffeinated tea for a different twist.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Freshly squeezed lemon juice is best.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adds citrusy brightness.
  • Ice Cubes Use larger cubes to minimize dilution.
For the Garnish
  • Mint Optional but highly recommended for visual appeal.
  • Sliced Strawberries For a pop of color and extra flavor.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Kettle or pot
  • large pitcher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Strawberry Iced Tea
  1. Make Strawberry Syrup: Wash and hull 2 cups of fresh strawberries, then slice them. In a medium saucepan, combine strawberries with 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Strain syrup into a bowl to remove solids and allow to cool.
  2. Brew the Tea: While syrup cools, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Steep 3-4 tea bags in hot water for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and add 1/4 cup of granulated sugar, stirring until dissolved. Allow brewed tea to cool.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix cooled strawberry syrup with brewed tea. Add 2 cups of cold water and stir in 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice. Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity if desired.
  4. Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour tea mixture over ice, and garnish with mint leaves and sliced strawberries.
  5. Enjoy and Customize: Feel free to explore variations using different teas or fruits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 22gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store leftover Strawberry Iced Tea in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Keep syrup in a sealed container for up to 3 days, and freeze extra syrup in ice cube trays for long-term storage.

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