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Blueberry Tea Lemonade

Delicious Blueberry Tea Lemonade for a Refreshing Summer Sip

Experience the refreshing taste of Blueberry Tea Lemonade, a vibrant summer sip that's naturally sweetened and perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups Water Essential for steeping tea and hydrating.
  • 2-3 bags Black or Green Tea Bags Choose black for robust flavor or green for a lighter taste.
For the Blueberry Mixture
  • 1 cup Fresh or Frozen Blueberries Fresh blueberries provide the best flavor.
  • 2 Lemons (Juice) Delivers tartness and brightness.
  • 1 Lemon (Zest) Use a microplane for fine zesting.
For Sweetening
  • 2-3 tbsp Honey or Sugar Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • Ice Cubes Crucial for chilling the drink.
  • Fresh Mint Leaves, Lemon Slices, Extra Blueberries Optional garnish for enhanced presentation.

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Pitcher
  • Small bowl
  • Fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by bringing 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and steep 2-3 tea bags for 3-5 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mash 1 cup of blueberries with a fork. Add the juice and zest of 2 lemons, mixing thoroughly.
  3. Once cooled, transfer the brewed tea to a pitcher and stir in 2-3 tablespoons of honey or sugar until dissolved.
  4. Pour the blueberry-lemon mixture into the sweetened tea and stir to combine.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice.
  6. Garnish each glass with mint leaves, lemon slices, and extra blueberries before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 60kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Freeze in ice cube trays for future use.

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