Strawberry Sweet Tea Recipe

Ingredients

Tea

• 2 cups water
• 8 black tea bags
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon baking soda

Strawberry Syrup

• 2 cups water
• 4 cups strawberries, chopped
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

Instructions

1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
2. Remove the boiling water from heat, add the 8 black tea bags, and let them steep for 5 minutes to extract a strong tea flavor.
3. Take out the tea bags carefully using tongs, squeezing them gently to extract any remaining tea.
4. Transfer the brewed tea into a large pitcher and add 4 more cups of water along with 1 teaspoon of baking soda to reduce acidity and enhance flavor.
5. In the same saucepan, add the remaining 2 cups of water, chopped strawberries, and granulated sugar. Bring this mixture to a low simmer and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove the saucepan from heat and let the strawberry syrup cool. Then strain it through a fine mesh sieve into a small cup or pitcher, pressing to extract as much juice as possible from the berries.
7. Pour the strawberry syrup into the large pitcher containing the tea and baking soda, then stir well to combine all flavors evenly.
8. Pour the strawberry sweet tea over ice in glasses and serve immediately for a refreshing drink.

Notes

• Store your strawberry sweet tea covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to maintain freshness.
• Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
• Baking soda helps to reduce bitterness and enhance the tea’s flavor but do not exceed the recommended amount.
• You can adjust the sugar amount to your preference, reducing for a less sweet tea or increasing for a sweeter taste.
• For an extra touch, garnish servings with fresh strawberry slices or lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cup | Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 10mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 37g