How to Make the Perfect Raspberry Iced Black Tea
American · Easy · 18 min · 6 servings
This vibrant raspberry iced black tea recipe blends bold brewed black tea with a tangy sweet homemade raspberry syrup for a gorgeous ruby-colored summer drink. Perfect for parties and hot days this fruity iced tea is easy to make refreshing to drink and packed with antioxidant-rich raspberry flavor.
Why this recipe works
This Raspberry Iced Black 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 95 calories with 0g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 5 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 4 bags black tea bags
- 2 cups boiling water
- 4 cups cold water
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Make Raspberry Syrup
Add raspberries sugar and half cup water to a small saucepan over medium heat. Mash the berries with a spoon as they heat and simmer for 6 minutes until the syrup turns deep red. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve pressing the solids to extract maximum flavor.
Step 2: Brew the Tea
Steep 4 black tea bags in 2 cups of boiling water for 5 minutes. Remove bags without squeezing to prevent bitterness. Let the tea rest for a few minutes before combining.
Step 3: Mix and Chill
Combine the strained raspberry syrup with the warm brewed tea and stir well. Add 4 cups of cold water stir again then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until thoroughly chilled.
Step 4: Serve
Pour the chilled raspberry iced tea over glasses packed with ice. Garnish with fresh raspberries and a lemon wedge for a beautiful presentation.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- fresh raspberries → raspberry jam thinned with water as a quick shortcut for the syrup
- granulated sugar → honey which adds a floral sweetness that complements the raspberry beautifully
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not pressing the raspberry solids when straining which wastes a lot of the vibrant color and flavor
- Steeping the tea too long which creates bitter tannins that overwhelm the delicate raspberry flavor
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 95 calories, 0g protein, 24g carbs, 0g fat, 1g fiber.
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