Emulsifier Free Strawberry Basil Iced Tea

This is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel like a special occasion. Fresh strawberries are simmered down with maple syrup until they release a gorgeous deep-pink juice, then steeped with whole basil leaves for a syrup that's floral, fruity, and completely from scratch. Because everything here is built from whole, recognizable ingredients — fruit, herbs, tea, and a natural sweetener — there's no need to scan a label for hidden additives or stabilizers that can sneak into store-bought flavored teas and syrups. The basil brings an unexpected herbal note that keeps the sweetness from feeling one-dimensional, and straining the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a beautifully clear, jewel-toned pitcher of tea. It's refreshing enough to serve at a backyard gathering but easy enough to make on a quiet weekday afternoon.

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