Strawberry Balsamic Pepper Iced Tea

Ingredients

• 1 cup strawberries - fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• glug of Balsamic Vinegar, approx 2 tablespoons
• fresh cracked black pepper
• 8 cups water
• 4 black tea bags

Instructions

1. Add strawberries, water, and maple syrup to a small pot. Bring to a simmer. Add balsamic vinegar and cracked pepper if using.
2. Simmer strawberry mixture until strawberries are release their juices and the mixture thickens slightly - remove from heat.
3. Meanwhile, add 8 cups of water to another pot and heat until nearly simmering. Remove from heat and add tea bags - steep for 5-6 minutes.
4. While the tea is steeping, strain the strawberry mixture through a fine mesh sieve, reserving the liquid.
5. Combine the steeped tea and the strawberry syrup.
6. Pour into a large container and cool in fridge until cold!