Cherry Pie Iced Tea

Here’s how to make your Cherry Pie Iced Tea, a sweet-tart summer treat that tastes like dessert in a glass:

🍒 Cherry Pie Iced Tea Recipe

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 10 min | Chill Time: 1 hr

Ingredients:

• 1 cup frozen pitted cherries

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar

• 1/4 cup water

• Pinch of salt

• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 teaspoon butter extract

• 4 cups brewed black tea (chilled)

• Ice

• Optional: fresh mint or extra cherries for garnish

Instructions:

1. Make the Cherry Syrup:

   • In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the cherries, sugar, water, and a pinch of salt.

   • Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the cherries soften and release their juices.

   • Stir in the lemon juice, vanilla extract, and butter extract.

   • Let the mixture cool slightly, then strain through a fine mesh sieve, pressing down on the solids to extract as much syrup as possible.

2. Mix with Tea:

   • Brew strong black tea (4 cups) and let it cool completely.

   • In a large pitcher, combine the chilled tea and cherry syrup. Stir well.

3. Serve:

   • Fill glasses with ice, pour in the Cherry Pie Iced Tea, and garnish with mint or a cherry on top.

✅ Tips:

• Use green tea for a lighter twist.

• Add a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy finish.

• The syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week.

Would you like a version with no sugar or a mocktail twist too?