Description
A refreshing twist on classic Southern sweet tea, this Strawberry Sweet Tea combines the fruity flavor of fresh strawberries with the soothing taste of black tea. Perfect for warm weather, this drink is quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 6 black tea bags
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
- Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Discard the tea bags and stir in sugar until dissolved.
- Puree the strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- Strain the strawberry puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.
- Pour the brewed tea into the pitcher and stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate until chilled, or serve immediately over ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Adjust sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet tea.
- For a stronger strawberry flavor, add more strawberries
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Steeping and blending
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Calories: 90 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 0g