Sweet, simple, and classic. You'll make this tea every summer.
Prep Time:20 minutesmins
Chilling time:2 hourshrs
Total Time:2 hourshrs20 minutesmins
Equipment
Pitcher
strainer
Ingredients
Strawberry Syrup
3cupsstrawberries frozen is fine
1½cupsgranulated sugar
1cupwater
Tea
3family-sized tea bags Luzianne brand recommended
6cupshot water
6cupscold water
Garnish (All Optional)
lemon wedges
fresh mint
additional strawberries
Instructions
Cook strawberries. Combine the syrup ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until the strawberries become softened and bright red, about 15 minutes. Mash well with a potato masher or large fork.
Strain. Strain the syrup into a medium bowl. Set aside to cool while you make the tea.
Make tea. Place the tea bags in a heat-proof pitcher. Bring 6 cups of water to a boil. Pour over the tea bags and allow to steep 3 minutes, then remove and discard.
Add syrup. Pour 6 cups of cold water into the pitcher of tea. Add the strawberry syrup and mix thoroughly.
Chill. Place the pitcher in the fridge to chill for 4 hours, or until very cold. Serve over ice with fresh lemon slices, sliced berries, and mint leaves.
Notes
You can substitute Truvia cane sugar blend (you'll need half as much) to cut down significantly on the sugar in this recipe.If you're in a hurry to serve, place the pitcher of tea in the freezer for about 30 minutes. Just be sure to check on it so it doesn't freeze!Try serving in mason jars for a touch of rustic charm. Garnish each glass with a lemon wedge, a fresh strawberry on a cocktail stick, and a sprig of mint for an extra special touch.