Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte

Beat the heat this summer with a refreshing Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte! This easy recipe combines juicy blackberries and fragrant sage for a delicious twist on iced tea. Packed with nutrients and health benefits, this drink is not just refreshing but also good for you. Discover simple steps to brew your perfect latte and explore fun variations. Click through to get the full recipe and impress your friends with this delightful beverage!

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Ingredients

2 cups water

2 black tea bags (or 2 tablespoons loose black tea)

1 cup fresh blackberries

1 tablespoon fresh sage leaves

1 tablespoon honey (or to taste)

1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)

Ice cubes

Fresh sage leaves and blackberries for garnish

Instructions

Brew the Tea: In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags (or loose tea in a tea infuser). Let steep for 5-7 minutes, then remove the tea bags. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

Create the Blackberry Sage Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the fresh blackberries, fresh sage leaves, and honey. Use a muddler or fork to mash the blackberries slightly to release their juices. Add 1/2 cup of water and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture becomes syrupy. Remove from heat, strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids, and let cool.

Combine the Ingredients: Once the brewed tea and blackberry sage syrup are both cooled, fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in the cooled black tea until it fills the glass about 2/3 full.

Add the Milk: Slowly pour in the milk to fill the glass, leaving some space on top for the blackberry sage syrup.

Add the Flavor: Drizzle the cooled blackberry sage syrup over the top of the latte, allowing it to swirl through the tea and milk. Stir gently to combine if desired.

Garnish and Serve: Add a few fresh blackberries and sage leaves on top for garnish. Serve with a straw or a spoon.

Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 25 minutes | Serves 2

- Presentation Tips: Serve in tall glasses to showcase the beautiful swirl of colors. Consider using decorative straws as part of the presentation, and maybe add a small sprig of sage and a blackberry on the rim of the glass for an extra touch.