Description
A refreshing and aromatic Lemon Vanilla Black Tea Iced Tea recipe that combines the rich flavor of vanilla black tea with tangy homemade lemonade. Perfect for warm days, this iced tea offers a balanced blend of sweet, tart, and smooth vanilla tones, served chilled over ice and garnished with fresh lemon slices.
Ingredients
Scale
Vanilla Black Tea Infusion
- 2-3 teaspoons Sirocco vanilla black tea (or any quality vanilla black tea blend)
- 400ml filtered water
Homemade Lemonade
- 15g sugar
- 200ml warm water
- 50g fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)
To Serve
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lemon slices (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vanilla Black Tea: In a jar or container, add 2-3 teaspoons of vanilla black tea to 400ml filtered water. Stir gently to mix, cover, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to create a flavorful tea infusion.
- Make the Homemade Lemonade: In a small bowl or measuring jug, dissolve 15g of sugar in 200ml warm water. Allow the sugar water to cool to room temperature, then stir in 50g of freshly squeezed lemon juice until fully combined.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with a generous amount of ice cubes. Pour about 150ml of the homemade lemonade over the ice, and add fresh lemon slices if desired for extra citrus aroma and flavor.
- Add the Vanilla Black Tea: Top the glass with the chilled vanilla black tea infusion. Gently stir to mix the lemonade and tea, then serve immediately to enjoy a perfectly balanced iced tea that’s sweet, tart, and aromatic.
Notes
- For best results, steep the tea overnight to maximize flavor extraction.
- Adjust the amount of sugar or lemon juice to suit your taste preferences.
- Use quality vanilla black tea for the most aromatic and rich flavor.
- Add fresh mint leaves for an additional refreshing twist.
- This recipe can be doubled or tripled for entertaining guests.
