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Strawberry Sweet Tea

  • Author: simplemealsbykim
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 20 mins
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Steeping & Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing blend of sweet tea infused with fresh strawberries—perfect for summer.


Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 4 cups cold water or ice
  • Strawberry slices and mint leaves for garnish (optional)


Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat and steep tea bags for 5 minutes, then discard tea bags.
  3. Add sugar and stir until fully dissolved.
  4. In a blender, puree strawberries until smooth.
  5. Strain strawberry puree through a fine mesh to remove seeds (optional).
  6. Mix the strawberry puree into the sweet tea.
  7. Pour into a pitcher, add 4 cups cold water or ice, and stir to combine.
  8. Chill in refrigerator or serve immediately over ice.
  9. Garnish with strawberry slices and mint leaves before serving.

Notes

  • For a stronger strawberry flavor, muddle a few whole strawberries in the pitcher.
  • Substitute honey or agave for sugar if desired.
  • Make it sparkling by adding club soda just before serving.