Strawberry Sweet Tea
Strawberry Sweet Tea is a delightful and refreshing drink that captures the essence of summer in every sip. This easy-to-make beverage combines the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries with the classic flavor of brewed tea, making it a perfect thirst-quencher for warm days. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a sunny afternoon, this vibrant drink adds elegance to any occasion. Customize the sweetness to your liking and enjoy a burst of fruity goodness with each glass.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brew
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 4 tea bags (black or green)
- ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water
Instructions
- Wash and slice the strawberries, allowing them to sit in a bowl to release their juices.
- Boil 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and steep the tea bags for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in ½ cup sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add sliced strawberries to the sweetened tea, stirring well; let cool to room temperature.
- Transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least one hour until chilled.
- Pour into glasses over ice, garnishing with extra strawberry slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg