Strawberry Basil Iced Tea
A refreshing summer drink combining sweet strawberries and aromatic basil with iced tea.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- blender
- pitcher
- measuring cups
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water Base for the tea.
- 4 bags Black tea bags Choose your favorite brand for a rich flavor.
- 1 cup Fresh strawberries Hulled and sliced for easy blending.
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves Adds a fragrant herbal note.
- 1/4 cup Honey or sugar Adjust sweetness to your liking.
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of water in a large saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow to steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
- In a blender, combine 1 cup of hulled and sliced strawberries with 1/4 cup of honey or sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Add 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves to the blender and pulse a few times to combine without completely pureeing.
- In a large pitcher, combine the brewed tea and the strawberry basil mixture. Stir well.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Serve over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices and fresh basil sprigs.
Notes
This Strawberry Basil Iced Tea is a refreshing drink perfect for summer gatherings.