Antioxidant Blueberry Lemon Green Tea (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Blueberry Juice
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16 ounces frozen blueberries or 2 cups blueberry juice
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1 cup water
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¾ cup organic raw sugar
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½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
→ Tea
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6 cups strong green tea or black tea
# Instructions:
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Combine blueberries, water, raw sugar, and 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Crush blueberries with a potato masher or immersion blender to release their juices. Strain through a sieve, reserving the juice and discarding the pulp. Allow to cool.
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For green tea, add 6 cups of water heated to 170-180 degrees Fahrenheit to 6 teabags or 6 teaspoons of loose tea leaves. Steep for 3 minutes. For black tea, use boiling water and steep for 5-7 minutes. Strain out tea leaves and allow the tea to cool.
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Mix the cooled blueberry-sugar juice, brewed tea, and remaining lemon juice in a large jar, bowl, or pitcher. Add ice or refrigerate to chill before serving. Enjoy!
# Notes:
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For a sweeter drink, adjust sugar to taste.