Pistachio Free Jasmine Blueberry Iced Tea
Fresh blueberries get muddled and simmered until they release a gorgeous deep purple-red color, then jasmine tea bags are steeped right into that fragrant, jewel-toned liquid for a drink that looks as stunning as it tastes. A touch of maple syrup and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice round everything out, giving you a balance of floral, fruity, and bright that feels genuinely refreshing. The whole thing gets strained into a pitcher, chilled down, and poured over ice — simple steps that deliver a seriously impressive result. Nuts of any kind have absolutely no place in this recipe, so you can sip without a second thought about cross-contact or hidden ingredients. It's the kind of drink that makes plain iced tea feel boring by comparison, and it's just as welcome at a backyard gathering as it is on a quiet afternoon at home. Optional mint sprigs and lemon slices on top make it look like something straight off a café menu.
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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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