Berry, Melon and Mint Iced Tea

Whip up this refreshing Berry, Melon and Mint Iced Teaa vibrant summer sipper bursting with juicy watermelon, sweet strawberries, and cool mint. Perfect for gatherings, it's easy to make and impresses with every sip!

Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 6
Nutritional Information Per Serving (1 of 6 servings): Calories 338, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Carbohydrates 63 g, Dietary Fiber 3 g, Sugar 57 g, Protein 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 31 mg
Total Time: 3 hr 10 min (includes cooling and chilling)
Active Time: 45 min

1 1/2 cups sugar
Three 3/4-ounce packages fresh mint, plus extra sprigs for garnish
5 bags English Breakfast or Earl Grey tea
2 cups watermelon cut into 1/2-inch cubes, plus additional for garnish
16 strawberries, hulled and halved, plus extra for garnish
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pure peppermint extract
Pinch of kosher salt
1 bottle chilled prosecco (optional)
Ice cubes
One 1/2-pint container blackberries
Lemon wedges

Instructions:

Imagine the aroma of fresh mint infusing your kitchen! In a large heavy saucepan, combine 5 cups of water and the sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add the mint leaves, then remove from heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 10 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before straining into a large pitcher or bowl.
Blend up summer's bestpuree the watermelon and strawberries until smooth. Stir this vibrant fruit puree into the strained tea. Add lemon juice, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt. Chill thoroughly in the fridge for at least 2 hours (up to 24). Top with chilled prosecco just before serving for a fizzy twist!
Assemble your masterpiece: Fill 6 glasses with ice cubes. Toss in watermelon cubes, halved strawberries, and blackberries. Pour the chilled tea over top, garnish with fresh mint sprigs, and serve with lemon wedges for that perfect zesty squeeze. Your guests will be hookedrefreshing, fruity bliss awaits!