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Strawberry Iced Tea

Refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea for Your Perfect Summer Sip

This refreshing Strawberry Iced Tea is a delightful mix of sweet and tart flavors, perfect for any summer occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Syrup
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries Can substitute with frozen strawberries.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with honey or sugar alternative.
  • 1 cup Water Filtered water enhances flavor.
For the Iced Tea
  • 3-4 bags Black Tea Bags Consider green tea for a lighter option.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice Opt for fresh juice when possible.
To Serve
  • as needed Ice Cubes Larger ice cubes are preferable.
  • as needed Mint Leaves Optional garnish.
  • as needed Sliced Strawberries Enhances visual appeal.

Equipment

  • Medium Saucepan
  • Kettle
  • Fine mesh sieve
  • large pitcher

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make Strawberry Syrup: Wash and slice 2 cups of strawberries. Combine with 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for about 30 minutes until syrupy. Strain and cool.
  2. Brew the Tea: Boil 2 cups of water. Remove from heat, add 3-4 black tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags and stir in 1/4 cup of sugar. Let cool.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a pitcher, combine cooled strawberry syrup with brewed tea. Add 2 cups of cold water and the juice of one lemon. Stir well.
  4. Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the tea mixture over. Garnish with mint leaves and strawberry slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use bright red, ripe strawberries for best flavor. Store leftovers in a sealed pitcher for up to 24 hours. Make syrup in advance to save time.

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