Refreshing Blueberry Iced Tea Lemonade for Summer Sips

A vibrant blend of blueberry iced tea and lemonade, perfect for summer refreshment.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 5

Cooling Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Summer

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Tea Base

1 cup filtered water Use filtered water for best flavor.
2 bags black or green tea bags Choose black for robust or green for delicate flavor.
1 none zest of 1 lemon Pairs well with juice for deeper lemon notes.

For the Blueberry Mixture

1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries Fresh is best when in season; frozen works well year-round.
2 none juice of 2 lemons Always use freshly squeezed for optimal taste.
2 tbsp honey or sugar Honey offers a natural flavor; sugar is a neutral sweetness substitute.

For Serving

as needed none ice cubes Use large ice cubes to minimize dilution.
as needed none fresh mint leaves Optional garnish.
as needed none lemon slices Optional garnish.
as needed none extra blueberries Optional garnish.

Equipment

Small saucepan
Fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth
large pitcher

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions

Boil 1 cup of filtered water in a saucepan, add tea bags and lemon zest, steep for 2–3 minutes.
Remove tea bags, add blueberries and mash gently.
Strain the mixture into a pitcher, stir in honey or sugar.
Add 3 cups of cold water, stir well and adjust sweetness.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Serve over ice garnished with mint, lemon slices, and blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and control the sweetness to your preference. Larger ice cubes help maintain refreshing chill without rapid dilution.

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