Description
Blueberry tea lemonade is a refreshing and vibrant drink that perfectly combines the sweet tang of ripe blueberries with the zesty brightness of fresh lemons. This delightful beverage is not only easy to make but also ideal for any occasion, from summer picnics to cozy gatherings. With its stunning color and delicious flavor profile, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy a glass of this thirst-quencher on a warm day, and let each sip transport you to sunny afternoons filled with laughter and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 juicy lemons (for juice)
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1/2 cup sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- 3–4 tea bags (black or green)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- 1. Steep the Tea: Boil 4 cups of water, then remove from heat and add 3-4 tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- 2. Prep Blueberries and Lemons: Rinse blueberries and set aside. Squeeze juice from lemons into a measuring cup, avoiding seeds.
- 3. Blend Blueberries: Combine blueberries with 1/2 cup water in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove skins.
- 4. Mix Ingredients: In a pitcher, combine strained blueberry mixture, lemon juice, and sugar or honey. Stir until dissolved, then add cooled tea.
- 5. Serve: Add ice cubes to glasses or pitcher. Pour blueberry tea lemonade over ice and garnish with extra blueberries or lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flair, freeze blueberry juice into ice cubes. Swap blueberries for other berries like raspberries or strawberries for different flavors. Enhance with fresh mint leaves for an extra refreshing twist.