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Raspberry Iced Tea

Refreshing. Fruity. Perfect for sunny days.
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags or 4 tbsp loose leaf black tea
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup or to taste
  • Simple Syrup: Mix equal parts sugar and hot water until sugar dissolves. Cool before using.

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat and add tea bags (or loose tea). Steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Add raspberries and honey (or simple syrup). Stir gently and let steep another 10 minutes to infuse the flavor.
  4. Strain the tea into a large pitcher, pressing the raspberries to release their juices. Discard solids.
  5. Stir in 4 cups of cold water. Taste and sweeten more if desired.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
  7. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices, fresh raspberries, and mint.

Notes

To Serve
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes
Lemon slices
Fresh raspberries
Fresh mint (optional)
Tea Time Notes
Black tea provides a robust base that pairs beautifully with raspberries.
For a caffeine-free version, use hibiscus tea or a berry herbal blend.
Make it sparkle! Top with a splash of sparkling water before serving.
Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.