Refreshing Vanilla Strawberry Iced Tea
This Refreshing Vanilla Strawberry Iced Tea is a delightful twist on traditional iced tea, blending the sweet flavors of strawberries with the smooth richness of vanilla and the calming rooibos tea. Perfect for a warm day or a gathering, this iced tea is both refreshing and indulgent, offering a beautiful balance of fruity, floral, and sweet flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Beverage, Iced Tea
- Method: Steeping, Muddling
- Cuisine: American, Herbal
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
250 g strawberries
600 ml water
4 tsp red rooibos tea
2 tbsp honey
1/4 tsp vanilla seeds (from one vanilla pod)
Instructions
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Mash the strawberries with a fork or muddler to release their juices.
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In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Remove from heat, add rooibos tea, and steep for 5 minutes. Strain the tea to remove the leaves.
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Add mashed strawberries to the hot tea, stir, and let it cool for 10-15 minutes.
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Stir in honey and vanilla seeds, adjusting sweetness to your taste.
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Once cooled, refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour.
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Serve over ice cubes and garnish with strawberry slices or a vanilla pod.
Notes
For a citrus twist, add lemon or orange slices to the tea.
Use mint for a refreshing herbal note.
Top with sparkling water for a fizzy version.
Store the tea in the fridge for up to 3 days for a quick refreshment.
