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Blueberry Tea Lemonade

Refreshing Blueberry Tea Lemonade

Cool down with this vibrant Blueberry Tea Lemonade!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 7
Calories 120 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Ingredients
  

For the Blueberry Syrup:

  • 2 cups fresh blueberries or frozen
  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup/agave
  • ¼ cup water reduce if using frozen berries
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh preferred
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract or ¼ tsp almond extract

For the Tea Base:

  • 4 black tea bags English Breakfast, Earl Grey, or Ceylon
  • 4 cups water filtered recommended
  • 2 tbsp honey adjust to taste
  • 1 cinnamon stick optional, or sub ginger/cardamom

For the Lemonade Layer:

  • 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice ~6-8 lemons
  • ½ cup honey or sugar adjust for sweetness
  • 3 cups cold water

For Serving:

  • Ice cubes regular or tea-infused
  • Fresh blueberries
  • Fresh mint sprigs
  • Lemon slices or twists

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Blueberry Syrup

  • In a saucepan, combine blueberries, honey, water, and lemon juice over medium heat.
  • Simmer for 10 minutes, mashing the berries gently as they burst.
  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, and let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Strain through a fine-mesh sieve and set aside to cool completely.

Step 2: Brew the Tea

  • Boil 4 cups of water, then remove from heat.
  • Add tea bags and cinnamon stick; cover and steep for 5 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags and stir in honey while warm.
  • Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.

Step 3: Prepare the Lemonade

  • In a pitcher, mix fresh lemon juice and honey/sugar until dissolved.
  • Add cold water, stir, and refrigerate.

Step 4: Assemble the Drink

    For individual servings:

    • Fill glasses with ice.
    • Pour half full with tea.
    • Add 2 tbsp blueberry syrup, letting it sink naturally.
    • Top with lemonade, pouring gently for a layered effect.
    • Garnish with blueberries, mint, and lemon slices.

    For a pitcher:

    • Mix tea and lemonade in a pitcher.
    • Add blueberry syrup last, stirring lightly for a swirl effect.
    • Serve over ice and garnish as desired.

    Notes

    • Sparkling Version: Use club soda instead of still water in lemonade.
    • Herbal Alternative: Swap black tea for hibiscus, rooibos, or lavender tea.
    • Creamy Thai Tea Twist: Use Thai tea & finish with coconut cream.
    • Autumn Version: Add cloves, star anise, and nutmeg for warmth.
    • Matcha Infusion: Replace black tea with green tea & whisked matcha.
    • Frozen Slushy: Blend frozen tea & lemonade cubes for a granita-style drink.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSugar: 20g
    Keyword blueberry lemonade, blueberry tea, Homemade Lemonade
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