How to Make the Perfect Blueberry Mint Green Tea
American · Easy · 18 min · 4 servings
This refreshing blueberry mint green tea combines antioxidant-rich brewed green tea with a vibrant blueberry simple syrup and fresh cooling mint for a beautiful summer drink. This easy homemade iced tea recipe is perfect for health-focused drinkers looking for a naturally sweet fruity and low-calorie cold beverage.
Why this recipe works
This Blueberry Mint Green Tea recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 18 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 85 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 bags green tea bags
- 2 cups hot water 175 degrees
- 2 cups cold water
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 8 leaves fresh mint
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make Blueberry Syrup
Combine blueberries sugar and quarter cup of water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 7 minutes mashing berries until they release their juice and the mixture turns a deep purple. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve pressing to extract all the liquid.
Step 2: Brew Green Tea
Steep green tea bags in 175-degree water for 3 minutes. Remove bags without squeezing to prevent bitterness. Add fresh mint leaves to the warm tea and let them infuse for 2 additional minutes then remove.
Step 3: Combine and Mix
Stir the blueberry syrup into the mint-infused green tea until fully combined. Add 2 cups of cold water and stir well. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
Step 4: Serve Over Ice
Fill glasses with ice and pour the blueberry mint green tea over the top. Garnish with a few fresh blueberries and a sprig of mint for a beautiful and aromatic presentation.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh mint leaves → a drop of peppermint extract stirred in at the end for a more intense mint flavor
- fresh blueberries → blueberry jam thinned with water as a quick alternative when fresh berries are unavailable
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Over-steeping green tea in water that is too hot which destroys delicate flavors and creates a bitter astringent taste
- Not straining the blueberry syrup properly which leaves seeds and pulp that make the tea look and feel gritty
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 85 calories, 0g protein, 21g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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