Homemade Blueberry Iced Tea
Beat the heat with a glass of our sun-kissed Blueberry Iced Tea! We've steeped robust black tea until it's perfectly strong and balanced it with a sweet, homemade blueberry syrup. The result is a brilliantly refreshing, fruity sip that’s your new go-to summer thirst-quencher.
10 min
1 servings
Easy
About This Recipe
Imagine the perfect summer afternoon. The sun is shining, and you’re holding a tall, frosty glass filled with a deep amethyst-hued drink, beads of condensation trickling down the sides. This is Homemade Blueberry Iced Tea—a beautifully balanced, antioxidant-rich beverage that’s far more vibrant and delicious than anything you can buy in a store.
We’ve taken the timeless, comforting essence of black tea and elevated it with a burst of sweet, sun-ripened blueberries. The result is a profoundly refreshing drink that is neither overly sweet nor too tart. Each sip begins with the robust, familiar character of steeped tea, followed by the juicy, vibrant finish of real blueberry syrup. It’s the ultimate thirst-quencher for hot days, backyard barbecues, or whenever you need a delicious, all-natural pick-me-up.
Why You'll Fall in Love With This Recipe
Unbeatable Freshness: This isn't made from a powdered mix or a pre-bottled concentrate. We use real, whole blueberries to create a syrup that’s bursting with fruity flavor, ensuring every glass tastes authentically homemade.
Perfectly Customizable: You are in complete control. Prefer it tangier? Add an extra squeeze of lemon. Like it less sweet? Adjust the sugar in the syrup. This recipe is a perfect blueprint for your perfect iced tea.
Surprisingly Simple Elegance: While it looks and tastes impressive, this tea is straightforward to make. With just a few simple steps, you can create a pitcher of something truly special that will wow your family and guests.
A Healthier Sip: By making it yourself, you skip the artificial flavors, colors, and high-fructose corn syrup found in many store-bought versions. It’s a wholesome treat you can feel good about enjoying.
Crafting Your Pitcher of Perfection
The magic of this recipe lies in its two simple components coming together in harmony.
First, we create a luscious Blueberry Syrup by gently simmering fresh blueberries with sugar and water until they burst and release their deep, jewel-toned juices. This homemade syrup is the heart of the drink, providing a pure, fruity sweetness that melds seamlessly with the tea.
Next, we brew a strong base of robust Black Tea. Steeping the tea bags in hot water creates a concentrated flavor that stands up beautifully to the ice and syrup, ensuring your last sip is just as flavorful as your first.
Once combined and chilled, the transformation is complete. Pour it over a glass full of ice, garnish with a few fresh blueberries, a slice of lemon, and a sprig of mint for an aromatic touch. You’ve just created more than a drink—you’ve bottled the very essence of summer.
We’ve taken the timeless, comforting essence of black tea and elevated it with a burst of sweet, sun-ripened blueberries. The result is a profoundly refreshing drink that is neither overly sweet nor too tart. Each sip begins with the robust, familiar character of steeped tea, followed by the juicy, vibrant finish of real blueberry syrup. It’s the ultimate thirst-quencher for hot days, backyard barbecues, or whenever you need a delicious, all-natural pick-me-up.
Why You'll Fall in Love With This Recipe
Unbeatable Freshness: This isn't made from a powdered mix or a pre-bottled concentrate. We use real, whole blueberries to create a syrup that’s bursting with fruity flavor, ensuring every glass tastes authentically homemade.
Perfectly Customizable: You are in complete control. Prefer it tangier? Add an extra squeeze of lemon. Like it less sweet? Adjust the sugar in the syrup. This recipe is a perfect blueprint for your perfect iced tea.
Surprisingly Simple Elegance: While it looks and tastes impressive, this tea is straightforward to make. With just a few simple steps, you can create a pitcher of something truly special that will wow your family and guests.
A Healthier Sip: By making it yourself, you skip the artificial flavors, colors, and high-fructose corn syrup found in many store-bought versions. It’s a wholesome treat you can feel good about enjoying.
Crafting Your Pitcher of Perfection
The magic of this recipe lies in its two simple components coming together in harmony.
First, we create a luscious Blueberry Syrup by gently simmering fresh blueberries with sugar and water until they burst and release their deep, jewel-toned juices. This homemade syrup is the heart of the drink, providing a pure, fruity sweetness that melds seamlessly with the tea.
Next, we brew a strong base of robust Black Tea. Steeping the tea bags in hot water creates a concentrated flavor that stands up beautifully to the ice and syrup, ensuring your last sip is just as flavorful as your first.
Once combined and chilled, the transformation is complete. Pour it over a glass full of ice, garnish with a few fresh blueberries, a slice of lemon, and a sprig of mint for an aromatic touch. You’ve just created more than a drink—you’ve bottled the very essence of summer.
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Syrup:
2 cups fresh blueberries
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups water
For the Iced Tea:
2 cups water
1 black tea bags (like Lipton)
Ice, for serving
Fresh blueberries, lemon slices, and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
Step 1 : Make the Blueberry Syrup
1
In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh blueberries, sugar, and 2 cups of water.
3
Place over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar completely dissolves and the blueberries soften and burst open.
5
Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a jar or bottle, pressing on the blueberry solids to extract all their flavorful juice. Discard the solids. You can refrigerate the syrup until you're ready to use it.
Step 2 : Brew the Tea
1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove it from the heat.
3
Add the black tea bags, cover the pot, and let them steep for exactly 6 minutes. This creates a strong tea base that won't become watery when poured over ice.
5
After steeping, remove the tea bags, gently squeezing them against the side of the pot with a spoon to release every last drop of flavor.
Step 3 : Combine and Chill
1
Allow the freshly brewed tea to cool until it's safe to handle.
3
Transfer the tea to a large pitcher or a 1-quart mason jar.
5
Stir in your homemade blueberry syrup, starting with about 3/4 cup and adding more to suit your taste.
7
Cover and refrigerate until the tea is completely cold and ready to serve.
Step 4: Serve
1
Fill tall glasses with ice and pour the chilled blueberry tea over the top.
3
Garnish with a skewer of fresh blueberries, a slice of lemon, and a sprig of mint for the ultimate refreshing experience.
Chef's Notes & Variations
For a Single Serving: Steep one tea bag in 1 cup of boiling water for 6 minutes. Remove the bag, mix in 2-3 tablespoons of blueberry syrup, and pour over ice.
Go Sugar-Free: You can easily make the syrup with a sugar substitute like honey, stevia, or maple syrup.
Tea-Brewing Tip: For the clearest, best-tasting tea, always use filtered water if you can.
Storage: Keep any leftover iced tea in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It's best enjoyed within 3-4 days.
Enjoy your delicious, homemade creation
Go Sugar-Free: You can easily make the syrup with a sugar substitute like honey, stevia, or maple syrup.
Tea-Brewing Tip: For the clearest, best-tasting tea, always use filtered water if you can.
Storage: Keep any leftover iced tea in a sealed container in the refrigerator. It's best enjoyed within 3-4 days.
Enjoy your delicious, homemade creation
Recipe Info
Prep Time
10 min
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1
Difficulty
Easy
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