Cold Brew Plum Iced Tea
Cold Brew Plum Iced Tea is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Combine tea bags, 3 lemon verbena sprigs, and 8 cups cold water in a large pitcher.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCombine tea bags, 3 lemon verbena sprigs, and 8 cups cold water in a large pitcher.
Cover and chill at least 8 hours and up to 12 hours.
Meanwhile, bring sugar and 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan.
Add plums and reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let steep 30 minutes.
Strain plum syrup into a small bowl; stir in lemon juice.
Cover and chill until cold, at least 30 minutes.
Remove tea bags and lemon verbena sprigs from tea and stir in 3/4 cup plum syrup and 4 cups ice.
Serve in ice-filled glasses garnished with more lemon verbena.
Plum syrup can be made 1 day ahead.
Keep chilled.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.