Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea, a delightful beverage perfect for warm days and gatherings. This homemade drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with brewed tea, creating a unique flavor that elevates traditional iced tea. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or simply relaxing at home, this vibrant iced tea is sure to impress. The easy-to-make recipe features just a few simple steps and allows you to control the sweetness to your preference. Garnish with fresh berries and mint for an appealing presentation that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 4–6 tea bags (black or herbal)
- 8 cups water (divided)
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjustable)
Instructions
- Wash and slice strawberries, then puree in a blender.
- Boil 2 cups of water, steep tea bags for 15-20 minutes.
- In another saucepan, mix strawberry puree with sugar and 1 cup water; simmer until sugar dissolves.
- Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer; discard pulp.
- Remove tea bags and combine brewed tea with strawberry syrup in a large pitcher.
- Add the remaining cold water; stir well.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving over ice with garnishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use fresh strawberries for the best flavor. Adjust sugar according to taste preferences or substitute with a sweetener of choice. Experiment by adding other fruits like lemon or peach for varied flavors.