Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea
Cool off this summer with our delightful Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea, a refreshing blend of sweet strawberries and brewed tea that’s perfect for family gatherings or a sunny afternoon. This easy-to-make drink features vibrant flavors and a beautiful presentation, making it a standout choice for any occasion. With its family-friendly appeal and customizable sweetness, this iced tea is sure to be a hit with everyone. Enjoy it chilled over ice and garnished with fresh berries and mint for an extra touch of flair.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
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- 4-6 tea bags
- 8 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup mixed strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (to taste)
- Fresh berries and mint sprigs for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Wash and slice the strawberries, removing the tops.
- Puree the strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth.
- In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat, add the tea bags, cover, and steep for 15-20 minutes.
- Combine the strawberry puree, sugar, and 1 cup of water in another saucepan. Simmer until dissolved and create syrup.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove solids.
- Remove tea bags from steeped tea; combine with strawberry syrup in a large pitcher.
- Add remaining cold water (6 cups) to the pitcher and stir well.
- Chill in the refrigerator until completely cold.
- Serve over ice with fresh berries and mint garnish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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