Description
A refreshing iced tea that tastes like a slice of cherry pie, perfect for hot days and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 4 cups of brewed black tea
- 1/2 cup of sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Combine pitted cherries and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until juices release and sugar dissolves, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool.
- In a pitcher, combine brewed black tea with cherry syrup, stirring well.
- Add lemon juice and mix.
- Serve over ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
Notes
Chill the tea and syrup before serving to avoid dilution from melting ice. Adjust sugar according to cherry sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American