Black Pepper Free Jasmine Blueberry Iced Tea
Floral, fruity, and deeply refreshing, this iced tea is the kind of drink that makes you want to sit on a porch and do absolutely nothing for an hour. Fresh blueberries are muddled and simmered until they release a gorgeous deep purple-red color, then jasmine tea bags are steeped right into that tinted water for a layered, aromatic base that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. A touch of maple syrup and a squeeze of lemon juice round everything out — naturally sweet and bright without any artificial flavoring. Since this recipe is built entirely from whole, simple ingredients, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden spice blends sneaking in unwanted heat. Straining out the blueberry solids gives the finished tea a beautifully clear, jewel-toned pour that looks stunning over ice. Garnish with fresh mint and lemon slices if you want to make it feel a little fancy, or just drink it straight from the pitcher — no judgment here.
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4 servings
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 4 cups water
- 4 jasmine tea bags
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, plus more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the blueberries to a medium saucepan and muddle them with a muddler or the back of a fork until they are broken down and juicy.
- 2
Pour the water into the saucepan with the muddled blueberries and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, about 4–5 minutes, until the water is tinted a deep purple-red and the blueberries have released their color.
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