Cold drinks are very delicious to enjoy in summer like this, especially fruit-based ones. Being creative is very important to be able to produce various refreshing new recipes. One recipe that is quite delicious is raspberry leaf tea drink and I really like it. This is a refreshing traditional drink. You can use other ingredients to get new variations.
This raspberry leaf tea drink is a refreshing fast drink and is very suitable for quenching thirst in summer or during hot weather.
It is very easy to make, raspberry leaf drink is rich in antioxidants and rich in vitamins which provide good health. Tea leaves from raspberries can give the drink a fruity taste and are quite delicious.
What is Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea Drink?
Iced Raspberry leaf tea drink is made from steeping a raspberry leaf tea bag in hot water, then cooling it and pouring it over ice cubes in a glass. It tastes like fruit and has a hint of acid, making it a delicious hydrating drink. Raspberry leaf tea contains antioxidants, minerals and vitamins and offers a variety of health benefits.
Raspberry leaf tea or Iced raspberry tea is a caffeine-free drink so it is suitable for drinking throughout the day without fear of excess caffeine in your drink.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups water
- 4-6 raspberry tea bags (or 4-6 teaspoons loose raspberry leaf tea)
- 1/4 cup honey or sweetener of your choice
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Some Ice cubes
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Medium sauce pan
- Pitchers
- Stirring spoon
- Strainer (if you use loose leaf)
- Glasses or mason jars for serving
How to Make What is Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea Drink
- Boil water in a pan
- Turn off the heat, add raspberry tea leaves or raspberry tea bags
- Steep tea for 5 to 7 minutes
- Remove the tea bag or strain the tea leaves if you are not using a tea bag
- Steer in honey if wanted.
- Let the tea cool, and pour it into a teapot
- Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours
- Serve with ice, add raspberry leaves, mint (optional)
Tips
- These tips will help you create the perfect Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea.
- Use high quality raspberry tea for delicious taste, you can choose various brands of good quality
- Don’t over-boil water, it can make tea bitter.
- Add honey according to taste, start by adding it little by little.
What to Pair with this Tea?
You can pair or enjoy the Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea drink with some sweet breakfast, for example banana pancakes or chocolate raspberry brownies. This is a delicious combination, giving a fruity taste to your tea, providing freshness and a delicious chocolate taste, an impressive combination.
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4-6 raspberry tea bags (or 4-6 teaspoons loose raspberry leaf tea)
- 1/4 cup honey or sweetener of your choice
- Fresh raspberries and mint leaves for garnish (optional)
- Some Ice cubes
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Medium sauce pan
- Pitchers
- Stirring spoon
- Strainer (if you use loose leaf)
- Glasses or mason jars for serving
Instructions
- Boil water in a pan
- Turn off the heat, add raspberry tea leaves or raspberry tea bags
- Steep tea for 5 to 7 minutes
- Remove the tea bag or strain the tea leaves if you are not using a tea bag
- Steer in honey if wanted.
- Let the tea cool, and pour it into a teapot
- Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours
- Serve with ice, add raspberry leaves, mint (optional)
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FAQs about Raspberry Leaf Tea Drink
Can I use fresh raspberries instead of raspberry tea bags?
Yes, of course you can use fresh raspberry leaves to give a fruity taste to your tea. Just add it to hot water, along with a tea bag.
How long does the tea need to steep?
You can brew the tea for 5 minutes, the strength of the taste will depend on the length of brewing time.
Can I add sugar to sweeten the tea?
Yes, you can add sugar, honey and other sweeteners while they are still warm, honey is the best choice for sweetener.
How long can I store leftover tea in the refrigerator?
You can extend the shelf life of leftover raspberry leaf tea by storing it in the refrigerator, it will last for 2-3 days, before serving, stir briefly.
Conclusion
Making Iced Raspberry Leaf Tea is very easy, you can use loose raspberry leaves or raspberry tea bags, add sweetener and serve over ice cubes. This tea leaf has a fruity aroma so the refreshing taste is very pleasant with the impression of a fruity taste.