Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea, a refreshing beverage that embodies the essence of summer. This vibrant drink features ripe strawberries blended with sweet tea, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and flavor. Ideal for picnics, family gatherings, or simply relaxing on a warm day, this iced tea is sure to impress your guests and elevate your summer refreshment game. Easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste, this homemade treat is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy a deliciously fruity drink!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tea bags
- 1 cup mixed strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (or to taste)
- 8 cups water (divided)
- Fresh berries and mint sprigs for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Wash and slice the strawberries.
- Puree the sliced strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- Boil 2 cups of water, remove from heat, and steep the tea bags for 15-20 minutes.
- In another saucepan, combine strawberry puree, sugar, and 1 cup of water; simmer until syrupy.
- Strain the mixture to separate the syrup from pulp.
- Remove tea bags and combine brewed tea with strawberry syrup in a large pitcher.
- Add remaining 6 cups of cold water and mix well.
- Chill thoroughly before serving over ice with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Beverage preparation
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 104
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg