Description
A refreshing blend of Earl Grey tea and juicy raspberries, perfect for warm summer days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups water
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (plus more for garnish)
- 2 tbsp honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lemon slice or a mint sprig for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Brew the tea: In a small saucepan, add half of the water (1 cup) and bring it to a gentle simmer. Keep the other half of the water (1 cup) in the refrigerator. Once the water is simmering, add the raspberries and mash them gently with a spoon or fork, letting their juicy essence infuse the water. Then, drop in the Earl Grey tea bags and brew for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Strain & add lemon juice + sweetener: Carefully strain the tea mixture into a heat-proof pitcher or container, discarding the tea bags and raspberry pulp. Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and your choice of honey or sugar. Taste with a spoon and adjust the sweetness if you prefer a different balance.
- Chill: Add the remaining cup of cold water into the pitcher and place the tea in the fridge to cool completely. This step is essential; it allows the flavors to sit and deepen.
- Serve: Once chilled, fill your favorite glasses with ice cubes, then pour the tea over the ice.
- Garnish and enjoy: Finish off the drink with fresh raspberries and, if you like, a slice of lemon or a sprig of mint to add a lovely finishing touch. Sip and enjoy the bliss of summer!
Notes
This iced tea can be made a day in advance. Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 55
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg