Blackberry Sage Iced Tea
Refreshing and aromatic, this Blackberry Sage Iced Tea combines the tartness of blackberries with the earthiness of sage. Perfect for a warm day or as a fragrant accompaniment to any meal.
Equipment
- 1 saucepan
- 1 strainer or fine mesh sieve
- 1 pitcher
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup fresh blackberries Plus extra for garnish.
- 3-4 leaves fresh sage
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar Adjust to taste.
- 2 bags tea bags Black or herbal tea.
- as needed ice cubes
- as needed lemon slices For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for about 5 minutes.
- In the meantime, mash 1 cup of fresh blackberries in a bowl using a fork or potato masher until they release their juices.
- Remove the tea bags from the saucepan and add the mashed blackberries and honey (or sugar) to the hot tea. Stir until the sweetener is dissolved.
- Add the fresh sage leaves to the mixture and let it steep for an additional 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea through a sieve to remove the blackberry pulp and sage leaves, pouring it into a pitcher.
- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold.
- To serve, fill glasses with ice and pour the chilled tea over the ice. Garnish with fresh blackberries and lemon slices, if desired.
Notes
This iced tea can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness to your preference. You can also use other sweeteners like agave syrup or stevia.
For a more robust flavor, let the sage steep longer, but be cautious as it can become overpowering.