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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Published: Apr 20, 2020 · Modified: Sep 2, 2021 by Jen Wooster

    Blueberry Iced Tea

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    Flavored iced teas are the quintessential refreshing summer drink. Perfectly sweet, but not too sweet, this delicious homemade blueberry iced tea is made with fresh blueberries and black tea. Easy to prepare in advance, it is ideal for your next picnic or BBQ.

    blueberry tea in glass with pitcher behind

    Please read the entire post for tips and tricks to ensure a perfect recipe every time. And don't forget to tag @peelwithzeal on Instagram so we can admire your creation!

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    • 🧾Ingredients
    • ⏲️ Instructions
    • 📖 Flavored Iced Tea Tips
    • 💭 Variations
    • 🌡️ Storing Leftovers
    • 📖 Recipe
    • ⭐Reviews

    🧾Ingredients

    This recipe only uses a few ingredients, making it perfect for lazy summer days.

    • Homemade Blueberry Syrup
    • Black Tea
    • Lemon & Mint
    • Filtered Water

    This iced tea uses our blueberry syrup recipe for both the blueberry flavor and the sweetness. It can be made with fresh or frozen berries. I suggest making a double batch because it only takes 20 minutes and keeps in the refrigerator for up to two months.

    blueberry tea in glasses with lemon and mint

    I tested this recipe by making a blueberry iced tea recipe with crushed blueberries and sugar, it did not work. It required significantly more refined sugar to get the sweetness and didn't have much blueberry flavor. Using our syrup is definitely the easy way to go.

    We like this recipe with black tea. Nothing fancy, just easy and approachable. You can also use green tea. We used bags for this recipe. But bulk tea works too, just be sure to use the equivalent of 6 bags.

    While not required, the lemon and mint add an additional layer of flavor. The mint enhances the refreshing quality of the iced tea. While the lemon brightens up the overall flavor.

    overhead shot of blueberry tea with fresh blueberries

    ⏲️ Instructions

    • Bring 5 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Steep 10 minutes.
    • Discard tea bags. Pour the tea into a pitcher. Add the blueberry syrup, stirring until totally incorporated. Add the remaining 3 cups of water.
    • Chill for a minimum of one hour. Serve with lemon slices and mint leaves.

    📖 Flavored Iced Tea Tips

    To be honest, iced tea is pretty easy to make. But here are a few tips to ensure the perfect blueberry tea:

    • When making a fruit-flavored iced tea, always strain fruit syrup (or the final tea product before serving, depending on the recipe). You don't want seeds or skins floating in your tea.
    • Use quality tea, but not fancy expensive blends, that you like as regular brewed tea. Regardless of what you add, flavor or sweetness, the tea will always be the predominant flavor.
    • We always recommend using filtered water for tea and coffee drinks.
    • Allow the tea to rest so the fruit flavor is spread throughout.

    💭 Variations

    Blueberry Sweet Tea

    To increase the sweetness of the tea, make a simple syrup rather than adding straight sugar to your tea.

    To make simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is totally dissolved. Cool and add to tea or cocktails, as needed.

    blueberry fruit tea in glasses

    🌡️ Storing Leftovers

    This tea, like all iced tea recipes, can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days in a pitcher. Be sure to cover.

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    📖 Recipe

    blueberry iced tea in glasses with pitcher

    Blueberry Iced Tea

    Recipe Created By: Jen Wooster
    Refreshing summertime brewed tea with homemade blueberry simple syrup.
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Resting Time 1 hr
    Total Time 1 hr 15 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American, Southern
    Servings 6
    Calories 45 kcal

    Equipment

    • Glass pitcher

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 Black tea bags
    • 8 cups Filtered water, divided
    • ¾ cup Blueberry syrup
    • Lemon slices, mint for garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Bring 5 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add tea bags. Steep 10 minutes.
    • Discard tea bags. Pour the tea into a pitcher. Add the blueberry syrup, stirring until totally incorporated. Add the remaining 3 cups of water.
    • Chill for a minimum of one hour. Serve with lemon slices and mint leaves.

    Notes

    Link: Blueberry Syrup Recipe
    • The Blueberry Syrup recipe has options for straining and not straining. Be sure to strain the syrup before adding to the tea. 
    • tea will keep in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, be sure to cover the pitcher. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 45kcal
    Keyword blueberries, flavored tea, ice, iced, tea
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    1. Iryna says

      April 20, 2020 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      What a great idea for summer entertaining! I've never made iced tea before, but I might give this a try when the weather gets warmer and we can spend more time outdoors.

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    2. Alison says

      April 20, 2020 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      Such a refreshing summer drink! I appreciate the subtle natural sweetness.

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    3. Elaine says

      April 20, 2020 at 12:46 pm

      5 stars
      Sometimes I do need a refreshener like this. And when that happens next time, I better have this ice tea ready in the kitchen. Love how easy and quick it is to make it!

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    4. Tara says

      April 20, 2020 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      Such a light and refreshing tea! I love that color. Definitely the perfect accompaniment for a summer bbq.

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    5. Angela says

      April 20, 2020 at 11:39 am

      5 stars
      I love lemon and blueberry together. The flavor of this tea is amazing. It might become a staple in my frig.

      Reply

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