Nutmeg Free Jasmine Blueberry Iced Tea
Fresh blueberries get muddled and simmered until they bleed a gorgeous deep purple-red into the water, setting the stage for one of the most visually stunning drinks you can make at home. Jasmine tea bags steep right into that blueberry base, layering floral, fruity, and lightly tangy notes into every sip. A touch of maple syrup sweetens things naturally, while fresh lemon juice keeps the whole drink bright and balanced. The tea gets strained until silky smooth, chilled until cold, and poured over ice — optionally finished with mint and lemon slices for a presentation that looks like it came from a café menu. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward: every ingredient is clean, whole, and easy to verify. It's the kind of drink that works equally well as a backyard sipper, a brunch centerpiece, or a mocktail-style treat for guests.
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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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