Fruit Blast Sage Iced Tea Recipe

Escape the ordinary with our vibrant Fruit Blast Sage Iced Tea! This refreshing beverage bursts with an intense fruity flavor from sweet cherries and tart rhubarb, delicately balanced by a whisper of herbal sage. A splash of balsamic vinegar adds a surprising depth, while honey provides the perfect sweetness. Enjoy it over ice with a lemon wedge for the ultimate summer refreshment. Perfect for brunch, parties, or a quiet afternoon.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 68 mins
Calories 11.9 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.6 (5 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Fruit Blast Sage Iced Tea

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How to Make Fruit Blast Sage Iced Tea

  1. Combine 4 cups of water, 1 cup chopped rhubarb, and 1 cup pitted cherries in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the rhubarb is tender.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing on the fruit to extract as much juice as possible.
  4. Discard the pressed fruit pulp.
  5. Return the strained mixture to the saucepan and heat gently until it just begins to simmer.
  6. Add 4 black tea bags, 2 tablespoons of fresh sage leaves, and 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar.
  7. Remove from heat, cover, and let steep for 6-8 minutes.
  8. Remove the tea bags and sage leaves using a slotted spoon or fine-mesh sieve.
  9. Let the tea cool slightly. Once slightly cool, pour 5 cups of cold water into a large pitcher and add the steeped tea.
  10. Stir in ½ cup of honey until completely dissolved.
  11. Serve over ice. Garnish with a lemon slice, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g