Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea
A refreshing and lightly sweetened iced herbal tea infused with fresh blueberries and mint leaves for a cool, crisp flavor. This recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, brings together dried hibiscus tea, fresh blueberries, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 45 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp dried hibiscus tea
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1/4 cup, packed fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp honey
- 6 cups water
- as needed ice cubes
- 4 slices for garnish lemon slices
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Instructions
- Step 1: Bring 6 cups water to a boil in a saucepan. Remove from heat and steep 3 tbsp dried hibiscus tea for 10 minutes until a deep red color develops.
- Step 2: Strain the tea into a large pitcher and discard the hibiscus. Add 1 cup fresh blueberries and 1/4 cup packed fresh mint leaves to the warm tea.
- Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp honey while the tea is still warm to dissolve fully.
- Step 4: Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to chill and infuse the blueberry and mint flavors.
- Step 5: Before serving, gently muddle the blueberries and mint in the pitcher to release more flavor.
- Step 6: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the iced tea over the ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice. Serve cold and refreshing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea take to make?
Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea?
Refrigerate any leftover blueberry and mint iced herbal tea in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Blueberry and Mint Iced Herbal Tea?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
