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Fresh Lavender Honey Iced Tea with Lemon

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A refreshing and soothing iced tea infused with fresh lavender, sweetened with honey, and brightened with fresh lemon juice. Perfect for summer afternoons and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons fresh lavender sprigs (culinary-grade)
  • 3 black tea bags (Assam or Darjeeling preferred)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey (raw or local preferred)
  • Juice of 1 large lemon (about 3 tablespoons or 45 ml)
  • 4 cups (950 ml) water
  • Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

  1. Bring 4 cups (950 ml) of fresh water to a boil in a medium saucepan, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Place fresh lavender sprigs into a heatproof pitcher or jar. Pour boiling water over lavender and steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Add 3 black tea bags to the lavender-infused water and steep for 3-4 minutes, depending on desired strength.
  4. Remove lavender sprigs and tea bags using a fine mesh strainer or other filtering method. Press lightly on tea bags to extract flavor without bitterness.
  5. While tea is still warm, stir in 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey until fully dissolved.
  6. Let tea cool to room temperature, then stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 3 tablespoons or 45 ml).
  7. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until cold.
  8. Serve over plenty of ice cubes. Garnish with a lemon slice or a sprig of lavender if desired.

Notes

Do not over-steep the tea to avoid bitterness; steep tea bags for 3-4 minutes after lavender infusion. Use fresh culinary-grade lavender for best flavor. Stir honey into warm tea to dissolve fully. Adjust sweetness and lemon to taste. Tea can be diluted with cold water or extra ice if too strong or sweet. Store in refrigerator up to 3 days. Variations include using green or chamomile tea, flavored honey, sparkling water, or vegan sweeteners.

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