Hello, young Padawan
I hope your summer is going well, sunny, and not too sticky. We’re not idle around here, especially when it comes to creating new iced tea and infused water recipes.
Today’s recipe might just become your favorite, so let’s create the summer iced tea of your dreams together—or almost!
SUMMER ICE TEA
3 tbsp vanilla tea of your choice, or 2 tea bags. For this recipe, my favorite is Mariage Frères Namaskar tea.
One ripe apricot
5 basil leaves
2 liters (or about 70 fl oz) of filtered water
Optional: a few ice cubes.
RECIPE
Wash the apricot, then cut it in half. Next, slice it into thin slices using a sharp knife to prevent it from becoming mushy. Be careful not to cut yourself.
In a large carafe, place the thin apricot slices, finely chopped basil leaves, tea leaves or tea bags, and add the filtered water. Cover and refrigerate for at least six hours, ideally overnight.
Presentation
Using a fine tea strainer, a coffee filter, or a fine strainer, pour your infused water into your prettiest glasses or a water bottle for the office. Add a few ice cubes for an “aperitif” effect.
Keep refrigerated for 24 hours.
Now all you have to do is find the best novel to relax with your new favorite drink! If you need some reading ideas, you can click here or there.
Have a great summer, whether you’re on vacation or at the office, and I’ll see you next Friday!
XO🍹
