Instructions

• Slice and set aside a few strawberries for garnish (optional). Place the remaining hulled strawberries (8 oz / 225 g) in a food processor or blender and puree until smooth. Transfer the puree to a glass pitcher or large bowl.
• Heat 1 cup of the 6 cups water until boiling in a small saucepan or microwave-safe container. Remove from heat, add 4 tea bags, and steep 3–5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
• Remove the tea bags, gently press them against the side of the container to extract excess liquid, then add 3/4 cup granulated sugar to the hot tea and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
• Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature or chill in the refrigerator until cool.
• Add the cooled tea, the remaining 5 cups water, and the juice of 1 lemon to the pitcher with the strawberry puree. Stir well to combine.
• Chill the iced strawberry tea in the refrigerator until cold (at least 1 hour). Before serving, add the reserved sliced strawberries to the pitcher or to individual glasses as garnish.