Refreshing Strawberry Lemon Iced Tea – A Summer Must-Have Drink

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 2 black tea bags
• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries (sliced)
• 1/2 cup lemon juice (freshly squeezed, about 2 lemons)
• 1/4 cup honey or your preferred sweetener
• Ice cubes
• Fresh mint leaves for garnish
• Sliced lemons and strawberries for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Brew the Tea

1. In a saucepan, heat 4 cups of water to boiling.
2. Once boiling, remove from heat and steep the tea bags in the hot water for about 5 minutes.
3. Take the tea bags out, and let the tea cool to room temperature before transferring it to the fridge to chill.

Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry and Lemon Syrup

1. Slice the fresh strawberries and place them in a small bowl.
2. Squeeze the juice from the lemons into another bowl and mix in your preferred sweetener until it dissolves completely.

Step 3: Combine the Iced Tea

1. In a large pitcher, mix together the chilled tea, sliced strawberries, and lemon syrup.
2. Stir gently to combine, making sure all the ingredients are blended together well.

Step 4: Serve Over Ice

1. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the strawberry lemon iced tea over the ice.
2. Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, and strawberry slices for a beautiful presentation.

Step 5: Enjoy the Refreshing Drink

1. Take a sip and enjoy the crisp, sweet, and tangy flavors of this refreshing summer drink.

Conclusion: This Strawberry Lemon Iced Tea is the ultimate drink for hot days. It’s an easy-to-make, flavorful iced tea that blends the sweetness of strawberries and the tang of lemons, creating a perfect balance for a refreshing treat. Great for picnics, BBQs, or simply enjoying at home on a sunny day!