Refreshing Blueberry Iced Tea Lemonade
This Blueberry Iced Tea Lemonade blends the fruity brightness of lemon juice, the earthy calm of black tea, and sweet bursts of blueberries. Whether you’re cooling down on a summer afternoon or looking for a naturally refreshing drink, this vibrant iced tea lemonade is fresh, tangy, lightly sweetened, and perfect for sipping over ice.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 2 black or green tea bags or 1 tbsp loose leaf tea
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 –3 tbsp honey or sugar, adjust to taste
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves lemon slices, and extra blueberries (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Steep tea bags in hot water for 3–5 minutes (don’t boil for green tea). Remove and let cool.
- In a bowl, combine blueberries, lemon juice, and zest. Mash gently.
- Stir sweetener into warm tea until dissolved.
- Add blueberry-lemon mixture to cooled tea and stir well.
- Chill in fridge or serve immediately over ice.
- Pour into glasses and garnish with mint, lemon, and berries if desired.
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Notes
- For a stronger blueberry flavor, simmer the berries with a few tablespoons of water before mashing.
- Use green tea for a lighter, floral base, or black tea for a more robust flavor.
- Frozen blueberries work just as well and help chill the drink faster.