Description
A refreshing and aromatic Lemon Vanilla Black Tea Iced Tea combining the rich flavor of vanilla black tea with zesty homemade lemonade. This easy-to-make iced tea is perfect for warm days, featuring a balanced blend of sweet, tart, and vanilla notes served over ice for ultimate refreshment.
Ingredients
Scale
Vanilla Black Tea Infusion
- 400ml filtered water
- 2-3 tsp Sirocco vanilla black tea (or any quality vanilla black tea blend)
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, combine 2-3 teaspoons of vanilla black tea with 400ml filtered water. Stir gently to mix, cover, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight to extract full flavor and aroma from the tea leaves.
- Make the Homemade Lemonade: In a small bowl or measuring jug, dissolve 15g sugar in 200ml warm water by stirring well. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature before adding 50g freshly squeezed lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to ensure a balanced sweet and tangy lemonade base.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill a glass with a generous amount of ice cubes. Pour about 150ml (or adjust to taste) of the homemade lemonade over the ice. Add fresh lemon slices for an extra burst of citrus flavor, if desired.
- Add the Vanilla Black Tea: Top up the glass with the chilled vanilla black tea infusion. Stir gently to combine the lemonade and tea, resulting in a refreshing iced tea with a perfect blend of sweet, tart, and smooth vanilla notes.
Notes
- For the best flavor, refrigerate the tea infusion for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the sugar amount in the lemonade.
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for a more vibrant, natural lemon flavor.
- Serve immediately after assembly for the freshest iced tea experience.
- For a stronger tea flavor, increase the tea steeping time or tea quantity slightly.
