Sparkling Strawberry Tea Recipe

Beat the heat with this refreshing Sparkling Strawberry Tea! Inspired by Southern Living, this vibrant drink combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries, the tang of lemonade, and the bubbly fizz of lemon-lime soda for a delightful summer treat. Easy to make and perfect for brunch, parties, or a relaxing afternoon, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 429 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sparkling Strawberry Tea

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How to Make Sparkling Strawberry Tea

  1. Combine 1 cup frozen strawberries in a blender or food processor.
  2. Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. Set the strawberry puree aside.
  3. In a heat-resistant pitcher, steep 2 tea bags in 2 cups of freshly boiled water.
  4. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
  5. Remove tea bags, gently squeezing out any remaining liquid.
  6. Stir in 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or to taste), 1/2 cup frozen lemonade concentrate, and the strawberry puree.
  7. Refrigerate the tea mixture for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly.
  8. Just before serving, gently stir in 1 cup chilled Sprite or 7 Up.
  9. Serve the tea over ice in glasses.
  10. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

398g

Fat

0g

Carbs

36g