Description
Experience the essence of summer in every sip with this refreshing Mulberry Iced Tea Cooler. Combining juicy mulberries and robust black tea, this delightful beverage balances sweet and tart flavors for a perfect warm-day treat. Garnished with fresh mint or vibrant lemon slices, it’s not only delicious but visually stunning, making it an ideal choice for gatherings or relaxing afternoons on the porch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh mulberries
- 4 cups water
- 2 black tea bags
- 3 tablespoons honey (or sugar to taste)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of water in a pot. Once boiling, add the black tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in honey until dissolved; adjust sweetness as desired.
- Rinse mulberries under cool water, then mash slightly in a bowl to release their juices.
- In a large pitcher, combine cooled tea, mashed mulberries, and lemon juice. Stir well.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mulberry mixture over the ice.
- Garnish with whole mulberries and lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (250ml)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a fruity twist, substitute mulberries with strawberries or raspberries. Add fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; shake before serving.