Chestnut Free Strawberry Basil Iced Tea
Fresh strawberries and fragrant basil come together in a homemade syrup that turns a simple pitcher of black tea into something genuinely special. The syrup is cooked down until the berries release their deep pink juices, then infused with basil leaves for a floral, herby note that makes every sip feel a little unexpected. Maple syrup sweetens the whole thing naturally, so there's no refined sugar and no mystery ingredients to second-guess. Because this drink is built entirely from fresh fruit, herbs, tea, and pantry staples, it's naturally free from tree nuts of any kind ā no label-scanning required. It's the kind of refreshing drink that looks impressive in a glass but comes together with straightforward steps and minimal fuss. Serve it over plenty of ice with a sprig of basil and a few strawberry slices on the rim for a pitcher that's as pretty as it is delicious.
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4 servings
For the tea
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
For the strawberry basil syrup
- 1 lb fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- Ā½ cup maple syrup
- Ā½ cup water
- Ā½ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
To finish
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh basil sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- sliced strawberries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags, then set the brewed tea aside to cool slightly.
- 2
While the tea steeps, combine the halved strawberries, maple syrup, and 1/2 cup water in the same saucepan (or a second small saucepan) over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries have softened and released their juices and the liquid is a deep pink, about 8 minutes.
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