Wild Berry Hibiscus Spritzer

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup fresh blackberries
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp Tea Forté Wild Berry Hibiscus loose leaf tea
• 1 cup water, boiling
• handful of ice
• 1 cup sparkling water - frozen blackberries & fruit slices (optional)

Directions

1. In a small bowl, muddle fresh blackberries and mint leaves together.
2. In that same bowl, add honey, loose leaf tea, and boiling water. Stir until well mixed and steep for 10 minutes. 
3. Using a colander, strain infused tea into a sturdy glass jar, then compost the leaves and fruit.
4. Place the infused tea liquid in the refrigerator until cool, approximately 1 hour.
5. Once chilled, pour infused tea over ice or frozen blackberries into your favorite drinking glass.
6. Top with sparkling water. Pro Tip: We love Topo Chico!
7. Garnish with a sprig of mint and lemon slices. Enjoy your refreshing spritzer!

Yields: 2 servings