Blackberry Iced Tea

Jul 26, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Blackberry Iced Tea in a glass on an oak bar

A refreshing iced black tea infused with rich blackberry purée for natural fruit flavor and sweetness. Perfectly brewed and served chilled over ice.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free, Vegan

Ingredients

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servings

2.0black tea bags
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)hot water
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)blackberry purée
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)cold filtered water
1.0 cup (240.0 g)ice

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Instructions

Brew black tea bags in 6 fl oz (180 ml) of hot water at double strength for 6 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
Stir in blackberry purée while the tea is still warm.
Add 4 fl oz (120 ml) of cold filtered water to the tea.
Pour the tea mixture over 1 cup (240 g) of ice and serve immediately.

Tips

Use fresh or frozen blackberries to make your own purée if unavailable. Adjust the amount of purée for desired sweetness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make blackberry iced tea?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make blackberry iced tea ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

Is this drink vegan?

Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.

A refreshing iced black tea infused with rich blackberry purée for natural fruit flavor and sweetness. Perfectly brewed and served chilled over ice.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

7 Calories / serving

0.1g Fat

1.5g Carbs

0.2g Protein

0.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~7 cal · 0g fat · 2g carbs · 0g protein · 1g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 7 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 1 min·0.1 mi·~100 steps
Moderate cycling 1 min·0.2 mi
Swimming laps 1 min
Jogging 1 min·0.1 mi·~150 steps
Stair climbing 1 min·~100 steps
Dancing 1 min
Bodyweight circuit training 1 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 2 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.