Alpha Gal Friendly Strawberry Basil Iced Tea

This drink is the kind of thing you make once and then find yourself craving all summer long. Fresh strawberries are simmered down with maple syrup until they release a gorgeous deep-pink juice, then fragrant basil leaves are steeped right into that syrup — the result is floral, fruity, and just a little unexpected in the best way. Managing an alpha-gal sensitivity means staying vigilant about mammalian products hiding in unexpected places, and this recipe keeps things beautifully clean: black tea, fresh fruit, maple syrup, and herbs are all you need. There's no honey, no dairy, no gelatin, and nothing processed that could sneak in a problematic ingredient. The homemade strawberry-basil syrup is strained smooth before it ever hits the pitcher, so every glass is clear, jewel-toned, and ready to pour over ice. It's equally at home at a backyard cookout or a quiet afternoon on the porch, and the optional fresh garnishes make it look far fancier than the effort involved.

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