Vanilla Black Tea Lemonade
This refreshing Vanilla Black Tea Lemonade blends the smooth richness of cold-brewed black tea with the bright tang of homemade lemonade. Lightly sweet and citrusy, with delicate notes of vanilla, it’s the perfect chilled drink for sunny afternoons, backyard gatherings, or a tea-time twist on classic lemonade.
Ingredients
Vanilla Black Tea
- About 400ml filtered water
- 2 –3 tsp Sirocco vanilla black tea
Homemade Lemonade
- 15 g sugar
- 200 ml water
- 50 g fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lemon slices optional
Instructions
- In a jar, combine vanilla black tea and water.
- Stir and cold brew overnight in fridge.
- Dissolve sugar in warm water. Let cool, then add lemon juice and mix.
- Add ice to glass. Pour in 150ml lemonade and add lemon slices.
- Top with cold-brewed vanilla tea.
- Stir gently and serve immediately.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/vanilla-black-tea-lemonade/
Notes
- Cold brewing brings out the mellow, smooth flavor of black tea without bitterness.
- Adjust the sugar and lemon juice to your taste—this version is lightly sweet and tart.
- You can double or triple the recipe for larger batches and store cold-brewed tea in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Try with other tea blends like Earl Grey or fruit-infused black teas for variety.