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Strawberry Sweet Tea

Strawberry Sweet Tea

Refreshing strawberry sweet tea made with fresh berries, sweet syrup, and black tea. Perfect for summer sipping!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups water divided
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup sugar adjust to taste
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice optional
  • Ice for serving
  • Extra strawberries or lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine strawberries, sugar, and 1 cup water. Cook until berries soften and sugar dissolves.
  2. Strain mixture to make strawberry syrup. Let cool.
  3. Boil remaining 5 cups water, steep tea bags for 5–7 minutes. Remove bags.
  4. In a pitcher, combine tea and strawberry syrup. Stir in lemon juice if using.
  5. Chill for at least 1 hour. Serve over ice with garnish.

Notes

  • Use frozen strawberries if fresh aren’t available.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.
  • Freeze leftovers into ice cubes for later use.