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Blueberry Tea Lemonade

Bright and Refreshing Blueberry Tea Lemonade for Summer Sips

Enjoy the sweet-tart flavor of Blueberry Tea Lemonade, a refreshing summer drink that combines blueberries, lemon, and tea.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 cups Water The essential foundation for brewing tea.
  • 2-3 bags Tea bags (black or green) Black tea offers a robust flavor, while green tea is lighter.
For the Blueberry Mixture
  • 1 cup Fresh or frozen blueberries Adds natural sweetness and vibrant color.
  • 1 cup Lemon juice Brightens the drink; opt for freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Infuses concentrated lemon oil to enhance aroma.
For Sweetness
  • 1/4 cup Honey or sugar Customize sweetness to your liking.
For Serving
  • as needed Ice cubes A must for summer sipping.
  • as needed Garnishes (optional) Fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, and additional blueberries.

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork or muddler

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by boiling 4 cups of water in a saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat and steep 2-3 tea bags for 3-5 minutes.
  2. While the tea cools, take 1 cup of blueberries and place in a mixing bowl. Add the juice of 1 lemon and the zest, then gently mash the berries.
  3. Once the tea has cooled, add 1/4 cup of honey or sugar while the tea is still warm. Stir gently until fully dissolved.
  4. Pour the blueberry mixture into the sweetened tea, stirring gently to combine.
  5. You can serve immediately over ice or chill in the refrigerator for 30-60 minutes.
  6. Pour the tea mixture into glasses filled with ice, garnishing each with fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, and blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Choose high-quality tea for the best flavor and chill thoroughly for a refreshing drink. Garnish creatively for a beautiful presentation.

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