Description
A refreshing and naturally sweetened Blueberry Iced Tea perfect for warm days, combining the rich flavors of black tea, fresh blueberries, and zesty lemon juice, served chilled with ice and a hint of mint.
Ingredients
Scale
Tea Base
- 4 cups water
- 3 black tea bags
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
Fruit & Flavorings
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Serving
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare Blueberries: Rinse blueberries under cool running water and pat them dry gently to remove any dirt or impurities.
- Brew Tea: Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the 3 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes for optimal strength.
- Sweeten Tea: While the tea is still warm, stir in 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust the sweetness according to your preference.
- Add Fruits and Lemon: Stir in the fresh blueberries and 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice into the warm tea mixture. Allow this mixture to sit for 10 minutes so the flavors can meld.
- Chill Tea: Fill a large pitcher with ice cubes. Pour the blueberry-tea mixture over the ice to chill it quickly, then stir gently to combine everything evenly.
- Serve: Pour the iced tea into glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a few floating blueberries for a beautiful and flavorful presentation. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar to suit your taste or substitute with honey or a sugar alternative for a healthier version.
- For stronger blueberry flavor, muddle some blueberries before adding them to the tea.
- Use frozen blueberries if fresh are not available; they will also chill the tea further.
- If you prefer a less tart beverage, reduce the lemon juice amount slightly.
- This tea is best consumed within 24 hours when kept refrigerated.
