Raspberry Iced Tea
Raspberry Iced Tea is the ultimate summer refresher, combining the tartness of fresh raspberries with the bold flavor of black tea. This delightful beverage is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a picnic in the park, or simply unwinding after a long day. Its vibrant color and aromatic scent make it an eye-catching drink that everyone will love. Plus, it’s easy to prepare with just a few simple ingredients, allowing you to whip up a batch in no time. Serve it chilled over ice and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint for an extra touch of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 cups water (divided)
- 6 black tea bags
- 24 ounces frozen raspberries (about 5 to 6 cups)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Place tea bags in a large bowl and pour boiling water over them. Steep for 8 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in ½ cup of sugar until dissolved.
- In a saucepan, combine 2 cups of water, frozen raspberries, and remaining ¼ cup sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a heat-safe container.
- Combine steeped tea with raspberry syrup and remaining cold water in a pitcher.
- Chill in the refrigerator before serving over ice with garnishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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