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Strawberry Iced Tea Recipe

Strawberry Iced Tea Recipe
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A refreshing homemade Strawberry Iced Tea combining sweet strawberry syrup with black tea, lemon juice, and a touch of sugar. Perfect for warm days, this fruity iced tea recipe is easy to make and includes optional fresh mint and strawberry garnishes for extra flavor and presentation.

Ingredients

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Strawberry Syrup

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups water

Strawberry Iced Tea

  • 1 cup strawberry syrup (prepared as above)
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 5 bags black tea
  • 6 cups water, divided
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint and sliced strawberries (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Make the strawberry syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sliced strawberries, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 2 cups water. Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes or until the strawberries are soft and the sugar dissolves completely.
  2. Strain the syrup: Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a container, pressing down to extract all the juices. Discard the solids and let the syrup cool completely.
  3. Brew the tea: In another small saucepan over medium heat, bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil. Remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes, then discard the tea bags.
  4. Sweeten the tea: While the tea is still warm, add ½ cup granulated sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
  5. Combine ingredients: In a large pitcher, pour the prepared strawberry syrup, the sweetened tea, and the remaining 4 cups of water. Add ½ cup fresh lemon juice and stir well to combine all the flavors.
  6. Serve: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the strawberry iced tea over them. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and sliced strawberries if desired, then serve immediately for a refreshing drink.

Notes

  • Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavor in your syrup.
  • The syrup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste preference.
  • For a caffeine-free version, substitute the black tea bags with herbal tea bags such as rooibos.
  • If you prefer a stronger tea flavor, steep the tea bags longer but avoid over-brewing to prevent bitterness.

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Keywords: Strawberry iced tea, homemade iced tea, fruit tea, refreshing beverage, summer drink

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