Blackberry Iced Tea
Cool down this summer with a glass of refreshing Blackberry Iced Tea. This delightful drink combines the sweet-tart flavor of fresh blackberries with robust black tea, creating a perfect thirst-quencher for hot days. Easy to make and customize, this iced tea is perfect for gatherings or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon. Each sip transports you to sunlit moments filled with laughter and joy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewed
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 4 cups filtered water
- 3 black tea bags
- ½ cup sugar (or sweetener of choice)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry 1 cup of fresh blackberries.
- In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of filtered water to a boil. Remove from heat and steep 3 black tea bags for 5 minutes.
- Stir in ½ cup sugar until dissolved while the tea is warm.
- Mash half of the blackberries into a chunky puree and combine with brewed tea in a large pitcher. Add whole blackberries for extra flavor.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour until thoroughly chilled and serve over ice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe, fresh blackberries for the best flavor; frozen berries work too! Experiment by substituting black tea with green or herbal teas based on your preference. For added zest, include mint leaves or lemon slices.