Ingredients
- 150ml Three Wrens Strawberry & Basil Gin
- 3 English breakfast tea bags
- 750ml boiling water
- 3 tbsp runny honey (or adjust to taste)
- 100ml fresh lemon juice
- 100g fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- A handful of fresh basil leaves (plus extra for garnish)
- Ice cubes (to serve)
- Soda water or sparkling elderflower (optional)
Step-by-Step
1. Brew the Tea:
- Add the tea bags to a heatproof jug or teapot.
- Pour over the 750ml of boiling water and let steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the honey while the tea is still warm. Allow to cool to room temperature.
2. Chill the Mix:
- Once cooled, add the lemon juice, sliced strawberries, and torn basil leaves to the tea.
- Cover and place in the fridge for at least 1–2 hours to infuse and chill.
3. Assemble the Iced Tea:
- When ready to serve, fill glasses or a large jug with ice.
- Pour over the infused tea mix, straining if you prefer a cleaner look.
- Add 25–50ml of Three Wrens Strawberry & Basil Gin per glass (or the full 150ml if using a jug).
- Stir gently.
4. Finish & Garnish:
- Optional: top up each glass with a splash of soda water or sparkling elderflower for a bit of fizz.
- Garnish with extra strawberries and a sprig of fresh basil.
