Ingredients for Blackberry Iced Tea
- Fresh Blackberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Of Fresh Mint
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 4 cups freshly boiled water
- Family Size Tea Bags
- 2 1/2 cups cold water
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How to Make Blackberry Iced Tea
- In a large bowl, combine 2 cups fresh blackberries and 1 cup granulated sugar.
- Gently mash the blackberries with a wooden spoon until slightly crushed. Leave some whole berries for texture.
- Add 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves and 1/2 teaspoon baking soda to the blackberry mixture.
- Stir well to combine.
- Steep 4 black tea bags in 4 cups of freshly boiled water. Cover and let steep for 3 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and discard.
- Pour the hot tea over the blackberry mixture.
- Let stand at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
- Strain the tea mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a large pitcher, discarding the solids.
- Stir in 2 1/2 cups of cold water.
- Add more sugar to taste if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until thoroughly chilled. Serve over ice.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
154g
Fat
0g
Carbs
13g
