Mulberry Iced Tea Cooler
The Mulberry Iced Tea Cooler is a refreshing summer beverage that combines the sweet, tangy flavor of ripe mulberries with robust black tea. Perfect for warm afternoons, this vibrant drink is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed as a delightful mocktail or a spirited cocktail. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or unwinding on the porch, this cooler will elevate your sipping experience with its beautiful color and delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Beveraging
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh mulberries
- 4 black tea bags
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 tablespoons honey (or sugar)
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Brew the Tea: Boil 4 cups of filtered water in a saucepan, add the black tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags.
- Prepare Mulberries: Rinse and gently pat dry 2 cups of fresh mulberries.
- Blend: In a blender, puree half of the mulberries with honey and lemon juice until smooth.
- Combine: In a pitcher, mix brewed tea with the mulberry puree. Adjust sweetness if needed.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour in the cooler. Garnish with remaining fresh mulberries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg