Rosemary Watermelon Iced Tea
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This refreshing Rosemary Watermelon Iced Tea is the perfect summer drink, combining the hydrating qualities of watermelon with the aromatic touch of rosemary. Made with delicate white tea, it's light and invigorating—ideal for sipping on warm days. The subtle sweetness of watermelon complements the herbal notes of rosemary, creating a delightfully unique iced tea. Serve it chilled over ice for a revitalizing treat that quenches your thirst and pleases your palate.
Rosemary Watermelon Iced Tea
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Cuisine
Beverage
Author:
Ci BonAppetit
Servings
4
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Calories
80
This refreshing Rosemary Watermelon Iced Tea is the perfect summer drink, combining the hydrating qualities of watermelon with the aromatic touch of rosemary. Made with delicate white tea, it's light and invigorating—ideal for sipping on warm days. The subtle sweetness of watermelon complements the herbal notes of rosemary, creating a delightfully unique iced tea. Serve it chilled over ice for a revitalizing treat that quenches your thirst and pleases your palate.
Ingredients
- 4 cups of water
- 2 tablespoons of dried white tea leaves
- 1 large watermelon, cubed
- 4-5 fresh rosemary sprigs
- 2-3 tablespoons of honey (optional)
- Ice cubes
Directions
- In a pot, bring water to a boil. Add the dried white tea leaves and rosemary sprigs, then remove from heat and let steep for about 5 minutes.
- Strain the tea into a pitcher, discarding the leaves and rosemary. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- In a blender, puree the cubed watermelon until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to extract the juice.
- Combine the cooled tea and watermelon juice in the pitcher. Add honey if desired, and stir well.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Serve over ice and garnish with additional rosemary sprigs.