Description

A refreshing Southern-style beverage combining the sweetness of strawberries with the classic flavor of sweet tea. Perfect for warm days and gatherings.

Ingredients

4 cups water
4 black tea bags
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup granulated sugar
4 cups cold water
Ice cubes, for serving
Fresh mint leaves and extra strawberries, for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
Remove from heat and add tea bags. Let steep for 5-7 minutes.
While tea is steeping, place sliced strawberries and sugar in a blender. Blend until smooth.
Strain the strawberry puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds.
Remove tea bags from the steeped tea and discard.
In a large pitcher, combine the tea, strawberry puree, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well.
Refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.
Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves and sliced strawberries, if desired.

Notes

Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of the strawberries.
For a fizzy version, replace some cold water with club soda.
Use green tea instead of black tea for a lighter flavor.