Blackberry Iced Tea with Cinnamon and Ginger
Quench your thirst with this delightful Blackberry Iced Tea infused with warm cinnamon and zesty ginger—a refreshing twist on a classic summer drink. Fresh blackberries are combined with black tea, cinnamon, and a hint of spicy ginger for a blend of rich, fruity, and aromatic flavors. Sweetened to taste with sugar or honey and brightened with a splash of lemon juice, this cooling beverage is perfect for warm days and elegant gatherings alike. Served over ice and optionally garnished with fresh mint leaves, this stunning tea is not only delicious but also visually captivating. Easy to prepare in just 25 minutes and suitable for refrigerating ahead of time, this recipe is a must-try for fans of fruity herbal teas looking for a creative, antioxidant-packed refreshment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 4 cups water
- 3 black tea bags
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 3 tablespoons sugar or honey
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh blackberries and set them aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, cinnamon stick, and fresh ginger. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the cinnamon and ginger to infuse.
Remove the saucepan from heat and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mash the blackberries with the back of a spoon or a fork to release their juices.
Strain the tea mixture into a large pitcher to remove the cinnamon stick, ginger, and tea bags. Discard them.
Add the mashed blackberries (along with their juices), sugar or honey, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir until the sugar or honey is fully dissolved.
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled blackberry tea over the ice.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 34 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.8 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 331 mg | 7% | |
*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.
