Description
Homemade Strawberry Iced Tea is the ultimate refreshing beverage for summertime enjoyment. This delightful drink pairs the sweetness of fresh strawberries with the classic flavor of iced tea, making it a perfect choice for picnics, parties, or simply unwinding on a warm day. Easy to prepare and customizable, this strawberry-infused delight will quickly become your go-to summer drink. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can impress family and friends with a vibrant, flavorful drink that’s sure to quench anyone’s thirst.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint strawberries
- 1 cup water (for syrup)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tea bags (family size) or 8 regular tea bags
- 8 cups water (divided)
- Ice (for serving)
- Optional: Sliced lemon and strawberries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberry syrup by boiling quartered strawberries with 1 cup of water for 10-15 minutes. Strain and mix in sugar until dissolved.
- Brew the tea by steeping tea bags in boiling water for 5 minutes. Combine with remaining cold water in a pitcher.
- Mix the cooled strawberry syrup into the brewed tea thoroughly.
- Serve over ice and garnish as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Adjust the sweetness by tasting the syrup before mixing it into the tea. Experiment with other fruits like peaches or raspberries for a unique twist.