Watermelon Lemon Sweet Tea (Print Version)
A cold pitcher drink made with strong black tea, fresh watermelon juice, lemon, and just enough sugar.
# Ingredients:
For the tea
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4 cups (960 ml) water
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4 black tea bags
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1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar, plus more to taste
For the watermelon lemon mix
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4 cups (600 g) seedless watermelon cubes
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1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh lemon juice, from about 2 lemons
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1 cup (240 ml) cold water, plus more as needed
To serve
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Ice cubes
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Lemon slices
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Small watermelon cubes
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Fresh mint leaves
# Instructions:
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Bring 4 cups water just to a boil. Remove from the heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes, or according to the tea package for a strong brew.
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Remove and discard the tea bags. Stir in 1/3 cup sugar while the tea is warm until fully dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
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Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve for a smoother drink, pressing gently to collect the juice.
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Pour the cooled sweet tea, watermelon juice, lemon juice, and 1 cup cold water into a large pitcher. Stir well and taste. Add more sugar or cold water if needed.
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Refrigerate until very cold, at least 1 hour. Serve over ice with lemon slices, watermelon cubes, and fresh mint.
# Notes:
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Best served very cold over fresh ice.
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Stir before pouring because fresh watermelon juice may settle.
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For a sparkling version, top each glass with cold sparkling water.