One of Mr. Vail's 15 original tea blends. This old-time formula incorporates Ceylon, China and Indian teas, with a splash of bergamot, to make a bright amber cup with a smooth well-rounded taste. The subtle citrus notes make this an ideal blend for iced tea! Ingredients: Black teas and natural bergamot flavor.Brew tea at 212º - steep for 3 minutes. To make the perfect glass of iced tea: Put approximately ½ ounce (¼ cup) of loose tea into a small container. Pour boiling water over the tea to cover. Let steep 5 minutes, strain out leaves into a ½ gallon (8 cup) container and add cold water to fill. Stir and refrigerate.If your iced tea gets cloudy, add a few drops of boiling water to the brew.Iced Tea Blend with Basil and Blackberries 7 tsp Iced Tea Blend Tea3/4 cup fresh blackberries12 freshly picked basil leaves, cut into pieces4 cups boiling watericelemon slicesmaple syrup, to taste In a large pot combine the loose tea, blackberries, and cut basil. Fill the pot with the boiling water, mash the blackberries, cover and steep for 5 minutes.Strain out the leaves and fruit. Chill. Then pour over ice. Add a little maple syrup and a slice of lemon. Enjoy!Iced Tea PopsiclesJust the thing to beat the summer heat … tea popsicles! 1 tsp Iced Tea Blend Tea½ cup boiling water½ cup lemonade Brew the tea for 4 minutes in the boiling water. Strain and combine with the lemonade. Pour into popsicle molds, ice cube trays, or paper cups and freeze. These are a refreshing, delicious way to keep cool!
