Southern Strawberry Sweet Tea
A refreshing twist on classic Southern sweet tea, infused with macerated strawberries and a hint of lemon.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 Cup Fresh Strawberries
- 2 Cups Water (for brewing)
- 4–6 Black Tea Bags
- 1/2 Cup Sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 4 Cups Cold Water
- Fresh Mint Leaves (optional)
- Optional Garnishes: Mint sprigs, sliced strawberries
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberries: Wash and quarter the strawberries, sprinkle with sugar, and let macerate for 15 minutes.
- Brew the Tea: Boil 2 cups of water, add tea bags, and steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Combine the Goodness: Remove tea bags, stir in sugar while warm, then add strawberries and lemon juice.
- Chill Out: Add cold water to the mixture, stir, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve with Flair: Pour over ice and garnish with mint and strawberries.
Notes
For a variation, try adding peaches or replacing black tea with herbal tea for a caffeine-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: strawberry sweet tea, southern drink, refreshing summer beverage