Blackberry Orange Iced Tea

Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Blackberry Orange Iced Tea, a perfect blend of juicy blackberries, zesty orange, and robust black tea. This simple yet sophisticated recipe combines homemade blackberry syrup, sweetened naturally with honey, with freshly brewed tea and a squeeze of citrus for a fruity, slightly tangy twist. Chill it over ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves and orange slices for an elegant, summery presentation. Ready in just 20 minutes, this naturally sweetened iced tea is a delightful way to beat the heat while showcasing seasonal fruits. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a relaxing afternoon, this crowd-pleasing iced tea brings a burst of flavor to every occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Blackberries
• 1 large Orange
• 4 pieces Black tea bags
• 6 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 cups Ice cubes
• 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan.

Step 2

2. Remove the boiling water from heat and steep the black tea bags for 5 minutes. Discard the tea bags once steeping is complete.

Step 3

3. While the tea is steeping, rinse the blackberries and slice the orange into thin rounds. Reserve 2–3 orange slices for garnish, if desired.

Step 4

4. In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, honey, and 1/2 cup of water. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, gently mashing the blackberries with the back of a spoon to release their juices.

Step 5

5. Strain the blackberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, discarding the solids and reserving the liquid.

Step 6

6. In a pitcher, combine the steeped tea, blackberry syrup, and juice from the remaining orange slices (squeeze them directly into the pitcher or use a citrus press). Add the remaining 1 1/2 cups of cold water and stir well.

Step 7

7. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the blackberry orange tea over the ice. Garnish with the reserved orange slices and fresh mint leaves, if using.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2282 grams (2282.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	274

Total Fat 1.00g	1%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 54mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 68.10g	25%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 56.10g
Protein 3.90g	8%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202mg	16%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 549mg	12%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.0%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 91.7%