Blackberry Basil Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with a refreshing twist on a classic summer beverage—Blackberry Basil Iced Tea. This vibrant drink combines the bold, fruity sweetness of juicy blackberries with the fragrant, herbaceous notes of fresh basil, creating a perfect balance of flavors. A simple homemade blackberry syrup elevates this tea, while a splash of zesty lemon juice enlivens every sip. Steeped with black tea for a robust base, this iced tea is a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and earthy flavors. Serve it over ice and garnish with extra blackberries and basil for an impressive presentation. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a relaxing afternoon at home, this Blackberry Basil Iced Tea will quickly become your go-to refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup blackberries
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 6 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 1 as needed additional blackberries and basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of blackberries, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup of water. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the blackberries break down and the sugar dissolves (about 5-7 minutes).
Remove the mixture from the heat and strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing the berries to extract all the juice. Discard the solids and set the blackberry syrup aside to cool.
In a medium saucepan, bring 5 1/2 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags and 10 fresh basil leaves. Let steep for 5 minutes.
After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags and basil leaves and allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Once the tea has cooled, combine the brewed tea, prepared blackberry syrup, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice in a large pitcher. Stir well to combine.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea over the ice. Garnish with additional blackberries and basil leaves if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing Blackberry Basil Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.3 g | 105% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.0 g | ||
| Protein | 19.6 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 801 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2036 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
