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Lavender Iced Tea

Refreshing Lavender Iced Tea to Brighten Your Summer Days

This Lavender Iced Tea is a refreshing, non-caffeinated drink perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tea Base
  • 4 bags Black Tea or decaf for a caffeine-free option
  • 1-2 tablespoons Dried Culinary Lavender ensure it's culinary-grade
  • to taste Sugar or Honey optional for sweetness
For Preparing
  • 4 cups Boiling Water for steeping
  • 4 cups Cold Water

Equipment

  • pitcher
  • fine-mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Lavender Iced Tea
  1. Prepare the Pitcher: Pour boiling water into a heat-resistant pitcher.
  2. Add the Tea and Lavender: Add tea bags and lavender to the hot water, stir gently.
  3. Sweeten to Taste: Add sugar or honey if desired and mix until dissolved.
  4. Steep the Mixture: Cover and let steep for approximately 20 minutes.
  5. Strain and Cool Down: Remove tea bags and strain the mixture through a sieve.
  6. Dilute with Cold Water: Add cold water to the strained tea and stir gently.
  7. Chill in the Refrigerator: Cover and chill for at least an hour.
  8. Serve Over Ice: Pour iced tea over ice in glasses and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 12gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 20mgSugar: 12g

Notes

Always use culinary-grade lavender for best flavor. Adjust sweetness to your taste and experiment with fruits for added flavor.

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