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Iced Lavender Black Tea: Refreshing Recipe for a Floral Twist

  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 145 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 glasses 1x

Description

Enjoy a refreshing Iced Lavender Black Tea, combining floral lavender with robust black tea and a hint of lemon. This soothing yet invigorating drink is perfect for warm days, served over ice and garnished with fresh lavender and lemon slices.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags (or 4 teaspoons loose black tea)
  • 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh lavender sprigs (for garnish, optional)
  • Fresh lemon slices (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat. Keep an eye on it to prevent boiling over.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags (or loose black tea in a tea infuser) and dried culinary lavender.
  3. Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes. Steep longer for a stronger flavor, but avoid over-steeping to prevent bitterness.
  4. After steeping, remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea and lavender to obtain a fragrant tea base.
  5. While the tea is still warm, add the granulated sugar and stir until completely dissolved.
  6. Add the fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea, enhancing the floral notes of the lavender.
  7. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, either by placing the saucepan in a cold water bath or transferring it to a pitcher.
  8. Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher if not already done.
  9. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until chilled. Alternatively, pour over ice in individual glasses for immediate enjoyment.
  10. Fill your favorite glasses with ice cubes.
  11. Pour the chilled lavender black tea over the ice.
  12. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lavender and a slice of lemon for an elegant touch.
  13. Stir gently to mix in the garnishes and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use high-quality black tea and culinary lavender for the best flavor. Avoid non-culinary lavender due to potential chemicals.
  • Modify the sugar amount to your taste; honey or sugar alternatives can also be used.
  • Feel free to add herbs like mint or basil, or fruits like peaches or berries for a twist.
  • Store leftover tea in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving as flavors may settle.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes

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