Looking for a refreshing and easy-to-make summer beverage? Try this delicious blueberry iced tea recipe that is sure to satisfy your thirst on a hot day.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of water
- 4 tea bags (black tea or green tea)
- 1 cup of fresh blueberries
- 1/2 cup of sugar (or sweetener of your choice)
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Boil four cups of water in a saucepan and add four tea bags. Let it steep for 5-10 minutes.
- In another saucepan, add one cup of fresh blueberries, half a cup of sugar, and a cup of water. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until the blueberries are soft and mushy.
- Strain the blueberry syrup through a fine-mesh strainer into the tea mixture. Discard the blueberry skins and seeds.
- Add sliced lemons to the mixture and let it cool to room temperature.
- Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least an hour.
- To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the blueberry iced tea mixture over it. Garnish with fresh blueberries and lemon slices.
Tips:
- For a stronger tea flavor, use black tea instead of green tea.
- You can add honey or maple syrup instead of sugar for a healthier option.
- Try adding other fruits like strawberries or raspberries for a different twist.
- You can also make this into a cocktail by adding a shot of vodka or gin.
