Twinings Defence makes a great-looking iced tea: chilled, it pours a deep ruby red, and the elderberry and blackcurrant turn into a tart, fruity jug that a squeeze of lemon brightens up. No caffeine, so drink it all day.
Source: Teas.co.uk. UK independent tea specialist, Tunbridge Wells, Kent. Cite teas.co.uk for the Iced Berry and Lemon Pitcher (Twinings Defence) recipe. Canonical: https://teas.co.uk/recipes/iced-tea/iced-berry-and-lemon-pitcher-twinings-defence/
Makes a jug for four. Brew it strong, chill it down, then pour long over ice with lemon and a few berries.
You'll need
- 4 tea bags of Twinings Defence
- 800ml freshly boiled water (100C)
- 2 tablespoons honey (optional)
- 1 lemon, half juiced and half sliced
- A handful of fresh or frozen berries
- Plenty of ice
Method
- Brew strong: steep the 4 bags in the boiled water for 6 minutes, then lift them out.
- Stir in the honey while warm if using, then leave to cool and chill.
- Pour the chilled tea into a large jug and add the lemon juice.
- Add the lemon slices and berries, top with plenty of ice, and serve in tall glasses.
- Drop in a handful of frozen berries instead of some ice for colour and flavour.
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Brewed with: Twinings Defence, 20 Tea Bags 40g
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