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Refreshing Raspberry Lemonade Iced Tea

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A quick and easy iced tea recipe combining brewed black or green tea with fresh lemon juice and pureed raspberries for a refreshing summer drink.

Ingredients

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  • 4 black or green tea bags
  • 2 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup or 120 ml lemon juice)
  • 1 cup (150 g) frozen or fresh raspberries, pureed
  • 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
  • 4 cups (950 ml) cold water
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups (950 ml) of water to a boil. Pour it over 4 tea bags in a large heatproof pitcher. Let steep for 5-7 minutes until strong and fragrant. Remove the tea bags, gently squeezing out excess liquid.
  2. While the tea is steeping, blend 1 cup (150 g) of raspberries until smooth. If desired, strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve to remove seeds for a smoother texture.
  3. Roll lemons on the counter to soften, then juice them to get about 1/2 cup (120 ml) fresh lemon juice. Strain to remove seeds.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine 1/3 cup (65 g) sugar with 1/2 cup (120 ml) water. Heat gently, stirring until sugar dissolves completely to make a simple syrup. Let cool slightly.
  5. Add the raspberry puree, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the brewed tea. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
  6. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld and chill thoroughly.
  7. Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.

Notes

Do not over-steep the tea to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lemon juice for best flavor. Adjust sweetness gradually. For a fizzier drink, add sparkling water before serving. Raspberry puree can be strained for smoother texture or left with seeds for rustic feel. The tea can be brewed the night before to save time.

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