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Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte Recipe

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A refreshing and flavorful Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte that perfectly blends the earthy herbal notes of sage with sweet blackberries, balanced by creamy milk and a touch of natural sweetness, served chilled over ice for a delightful summer beverage.

Ingredients

Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte:

  • 2 cups black tea, chilled
  • 1/2 cup blackberries, fresh or frozen
  • 1/4 cup sage leaves
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • Ice cubes

Autumn Maple Pecan Iced Coffee:

  • 2 cups brewed coffee, chilled
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Brew Tea and Coffee: Start by brewing the black tea and coffee according to your preferred method. Once brewed, allow both to chill in the refrigerator until cold.
  2. Prepare Blackberry Sage Tea Base: In a blender or mixing jar, combine the chilled black tea, fresh or frozen blackberries, and sage leaves. Blend gently until the blackberries are crushed and the sage is infused into the liquid, creating a richly flavored tea base.
  3. Sweeten and Mix: Add honey or maple syrup to the blackberry and sage tea blend to your desired sweetness level. Stir well to combine.
  4. Assemble the Latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in the blackberry sage tea mixture, followed by the milk. Stir gently to combine all flavors evenly. Adjust sweetness or milk quantity if desired.
  5. Prepare Autumn Maple Pecan Iced Coffee (Optional): In another glass with ice, combine the chilled coffee, maple syrup, chopped pecans, and milk. Stir thoroughly to mix.
  6. Serve: Serve both beverages chilled for a refreshing experience. The Blackberry Sage Iced Tea Latte offers a vibrant fruity-herbal flavor, while the Autumn Maple Pecan Iced Coffee provides a nutty, sweet coffee alternative.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, use plant-based milk such as almond, oat, or soy milk and maple syrup as a sweetener.
  • Adjust sweetness according to your taste by varying the amount of honey or maple syrup.
  • Chilling the brewed tea and coffee beforehand is essential for a refreshing iced drink.
  • Fresh sage leaves will provide a more vibrant flavor than dried ones; however, dried can be used in a pinch.
  • The pecans in the iced coffee add texture and nutty aroma—toast them lightly for enhanced flavor.