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To make a great cherry ginger iced tea, you need simple ingredients. Start with 4 cups of water. This will be your base. Next, use 2 tablespoons of loose black tea or 4 tea bags. Black tea gives the drink a strong flavor.

Sweet & Spicy Cherry Ginger Iced Tea Recipe

Sip into summer with this refreshing Sweet & Spicy Cherry Ginger Iced Tea Recipe! Packed with vibrant flavors from fresh cherries and zesty ginger, this delightful drink is perfect for any occasion. Learn the secrets to selecting the best tea, brewing techniques, and fun variations to keep your iced tea interesting. Discover how easy it is to create your own tasty masterpiece by clicking through to explore the full recipe!
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Ingredients
  

4 cups water

2 tablespoons loose black tea or 4 bags of black tea

1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved

1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

1/4 cup honey (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

Juice of 1 lemon

Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions
 

In a medium saucepan, bring the water to a boil.

    Once boiling, add the loose tea or tea bags and steep for 5 minutes. If using loose tea, strain it out after steeping.

      Add the pitted cherries and grated ginger into the hot tea and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.

        Stir in the honey, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using) until well combined. Remove from heat.

          Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then strain out the solid ingredients.

            Add the lemon juice to the tea infusion and mix well. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.

              To serve, fill a glass with ice and pour the chilled cherry ginger tea over it. Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

                Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours | Servings: 4