The Best Strawberry Sweet Tea

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Fresh strawberries, sugar, and freshly brewed black tea combine together to create the perfect summer twist to a Southern American classic! Once you try this Strawberry Sweet Tea you will keep this recipe on repeat all summer long.

I enjoy walking a mile each day just to clear my head and spend a bit of time out in nature. It’s been so hot lately, that by the time I get back, I’m completely soaked and of course very thirsty! I don’t usually don’t spend a lot of time and energy looking for something to quench my thirst. I look no further than my fridge and pull out my pitcher of strawberry sweet tea! Yes, you heard that right. I keep a pitcher of this sweet tea ready to go for our many over 100-degree day temperatures.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS STRAWBERRY SWEET TEA

Trust me when I tell you that this recipe needs no convincing, it really speaks for itself, but if you need a few reasons why you should make this:

1. Easy to make – It’s as simple as brewing, blending, and mixing!
2. Made with fresh ingredients – This tea is made with freshly brewed black tea and fresh strawberries.
3. Fully Customizable – If you want to add more or less of the sugar and strawberries, nobody’s stopping you. Go ahead with your bad self ☺️

RECIPES TO MAKE WITH STRAWBERRY SWEET TEA

This Strawberry Sweet Tea is delicious on it’s own, but if you are looking for some inspiration, try some of these:

• The Best Restaurant-Style Homemade Salsa Recipe
• The Best Cowboy Bacon Burger Patties
• EASY KOREAN – INSPIRED AIR FRYER CHICKEN WINGS
• Moms Home-Style Meatloaf Recipe With The Best Homemade Glaze

CAN YOU MAKE STRAWBERRY SWEET TEA AHEAD?

This is absolutely a make ahead recipe! Just pop your pitcher of tea in the fridge and serve when ready. As a matter of fact I recommend that you allow this drink to sit in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours minimum. By doing so you will have a perfectly chilled beverage.

STRAWBERRY SWEET TEA INGREDIENTS

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Black Tea – Any brand will do. No need to run out and buy fancy black tea, unless you want to.

Strawberries – Fresh strawberries are preferred. If using frozen strawberries, allow to thaw before using in the puree.

Sugar – I love using pure cane sugar, but granulated sugar works just fine!

Lemon – The juice of one lemon is added to balance out the sweet and tart flavors making this a very fresh and vibrant sweet tea.

HOW TO MAKE STRAWBERRY SWEET TEA

1. Puree the strawberries: Rinse and clean the strawberries, remove the tops, then pulse in the blender until smooth.
2. Make the strawberry sauce: Add the strawberries and sugar to a saucepan, mix well to combine, and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow the mixture to cool before adding to the tea.
3. Brew the tea: Bring 3 cups of water to a boil, then add the tea bags and steep for 10 minutes. Remove the tea bags, then add the sugar, while the tea is still warm. Stir well until the sugar has dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
4. Make the sweet tea: In a large pitcher, add the tea mixture, remaining water, lemon juice, and the strawberry mixture. Stir all the ingredients well to combine. Place the tea in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
5. Serve: Remove the pitcher of tea from the fridge and serve over ice.

Still looking for more ways to beat the heat? Check out these delicious recipes:

• Easy Watermelon Mint Lemonade | Chick-fil-A Copy Cat Recipe
• The Best Homemade Lemonade Recipe
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• Mango Raspberry Tajin Popsicles

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