Demetrius's Straw Red Tea

There are many recipes that I blog about and showcase, from my Aunt Zola's amazing cakes to my mom's baked chicken, I am blessed to my hands on some good recipes. I must tell you all that I secretly have my own recipes but I am a tad bit shy on showcasing them.

This morning, I am releasing my fears and giving our readers a timeless drink recipe from Demetrius's vault. This refreshing drink is something that I began to work with and altered from various flavors and before I knew it, I had something serious on my hands.

For those who may be wondering who Demetrius is, I confess - I am Demetrius complete with the middle name of my mamma's choice.

Ingredients:
10 -14 cups of  water
8 -10 bags of red or regular tea
1 pound strawberries, hulled and quartered
1/4 cup sugar
2 cups pomegranate-cranberry juice blend (Any Flavor of Your Choice)

Directions:
In 6-quart covered saucepan, heat water on high until almost boiling. Add tea bags; remove from heat and cover. Let tea steep 10 minutes. Remove tea bags and discard. Let cool slightly, then ladle some tea into 1 ice cube tray. Freeze, uncovered, until solid. Pour remaining tea into large punch bowl or pitcher. Refrigerate until cold.

One hour before serving, in large bowl, combine strawberries and sugar. Let stand, uncovered, 30 minutes. Stir in juice blend, strawberries with accumulated juices, and tea ice cubes to tea mixture. Serve cold!
 
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