Cherry Mint Iced Tea
Indulge in the refreshing allure of Cherry Mint Iced Tea, a delightful summer beverage that fuses the bold richness of black tea with the sweet, fruity essence of fresh cherries and the invigorating aroma of mint leaves. This easy-to-make recipe features a natural cherry infusion and an optional hint of sweetness for a perfectly balanced, thirst-quenching drink. Garnished with fresh mint and lemon slices, this iced tea is as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Ideal for warm days or special gatherings, Cherry Mint Iced Tea will be your go-to recipe for a vibrant and aromatic twist on classic iced tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 6 cups water
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1 bunch fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, to taste)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 pieces lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan.
Add the black tea bags to the boiling water and let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
Remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool for about 10 minutes.
In a separate small saucepan, combine the fresh cherries and the remaining 2 cups of water. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 5 minutes to soften the cherries and release their juices.
Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the cherry mixture into a bowl, pressing on the cherries to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the solid fruit pulp.
Combine the prepared tea and cherry juice in a large pitcher. Stir in sugar, if desired, and mix until dissolved.
Add the fresh mint leaves to the pitcher and stir gently to release their aroma and flavor.
Refrigerate the tea mixture for at least 1 hour to chill and allow the flavors to meld.
To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled cherry mint iced tea over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a few fresh mint leaves and a lemon slice. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 47 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*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.
