Description
A refreshing iced tea with the sweet flavors of fresh strawberries and a hint of vanilla, perfect for hot summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 cups brewed black tea, cooled
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves or quarters. Chill your pitcher and glasses if desired.
- In a large pitcher, add the sliced strawberries and 1/2 cup sugar. Muddle the berries until they release their juices.
- Pour the cooled brewed black tea into the pitcher with the muddled strawberries. Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and adjust sweetness if needed. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Fill glasses with ice and strain the tea into glasses or pour with fruit for a rustic look. Garnish each glass with mint leaves and a strawberry slice. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a clearer tea, strain the mixture after chilling. Use ripe strawberries for best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg