
This drink is the definition of summer in a glass ā fruity, herbal, and just sweet enough to feel like a treat without going overboard. Fresh strawberries are simmered down with maple syrup until they release a gorgeous deep-pink juice, then fresh basil is steeped right into that syrup for a flavor combination that feels fancy but comes together with pantry staples. The basil adds this subtle, almost floral savory note that makes the whole thing taste way more interesting than your average fruit tea. Everything here is naturally free of any seafood or ocean-derived ingredients, so there's zero need to scrutinize a label or worry about what's hiding in a store-bought mix. Brewed black tea gives it a proper backbone, and the final result is a pitcher drink that's genuinely refreshing over a big glass of ice. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep in the fridge all week for easy pouring.
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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.
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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