Strawberry Tea (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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8 cups water (divided).
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8 black tea bags.
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1 teaspoon baking soda.
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4 cups strawberries, chopped.
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1½ cups granulated sugar.
# Instructions:
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In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
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Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes.
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Remove the tea bags and pour the tea into a large pitcher. Add 4 more cups of water and the baking soda to the pitcher and stir well.
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Using the same saucepan, combine the remaining 2 cups of water, chopped strawberries, and granulated sugar.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for 20 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
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Strain the strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a small pitcher or cup, pressing the strawberries to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the strawberry pulp.
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Pour the strawberry syrup into the pitcher with the tea and stir until well combined.
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Serve immediately by pouring the tea over ice cubes.
# Notes:
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This Strawberry Tea is a delightful and refreshing beverage, perfect for beating the heat on a hot day. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering, enjoying a picnic, or just relaxing in the backyard, this sweet and fruity drink is sure to impress.