Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea
Experience the refreshing taste of Southern Strawberry Sweet Iced Tea, a delightful beverage perfect for cooling off on hot days. This vibrant drink combines the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries with the classic flavor of sweet tea, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, picnics, or a quiet afternoon on the porch. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, this iced tea is not only delicious but also visually appealing when garnished with fresh berries and mint sprigs. Enjoy this homemade treat that captures the essence of summer in every sip!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 cups (8 servings) 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–6 tea bags
- 8 cups water (2 cups for brewing, 6 cups for dilution)
- 1 cup mixed strawberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Fresh berries and mint sprigs for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Wash and slice strawberries, removing tops.
- Puree strawberries in a blender until smooth.
- Boil 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Remove from heat and steep tea bags for 15-20 minutes.
- In another saucepan, combine strawberry puree, sugar, and 1 cup water. Simmer until thickened into syrup.
- Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp.
- Combine brewed tea with strawberry syrup in a pitcher; add remaining cold water.
- Refrigerate until chilled.
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh berries and mint.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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