Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step 1: Brew The Earl Grey Tea
- Place the tea bags or loose leaf tea into a large teapot or heatproof bowl. Pour the boiling water over the tea and let it steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags or strain out the loose leaves. Set the brewed tea aside to cool slightly.
Step 2: Prepare The Strawberry Jam Base
- Add the sliced strawberries, honey (or cane sugar), and lemon juice to a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The strawberries will soften and release their juices, creating a thick, jam like mixture.
Step 3: Combine The Tea And Strawberry Mixture
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the culinary bergamot oil. Pour the brewed Earl Grey tea into the strawberry mixture and stir until well combined. For a smoother drink, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer. For a more rustic texture, leave some strawberry pieces in the tea.
Step 4: Serve And Garnish
- Pour the strawberry jam tea into serving glasses or mugs. Garnish each serving with fresh mint leaves. Serve warm for a comforting drink or chill before serving over ice for a refreshing fruity tea.
