Gluten Free Strawberry Basil Iced Tea
This drink is the definition of summer in a glass ā fruity, herbal, and refreshingly light in all the right ways. 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 for a flavor combination that feels both unexpected and completely natural. The whole thing gets blended with brewed black tea and chilled until cold, so every sip is layered and complex without being fussy. Because every ingredient here is naturally free of gluten ā no syrups with hidden additives, no store-bought mixes to second-guess ā you can pour this confidently for anyone at the table. It's the kind of thing that looks stunning with a few basil sprigs and strawberry slices draped over the glass, making it just as impressive for a backyard gathering as it is for a quiet afternoon on the porch.
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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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