White Tea Watermelon First Hour

Watermelon adds a delicate sweetness to white tea, and basil gives it a faintly peppery aroma. The tea is subtle, so avoid brewing it too strongly or using a large handful of herbs. Mash the watermelon and strain it if you want a cleaner-looking glass. One lightly bruised basil leaf can make a noticeable difference. This is a quiet iced tea with a soft fruit finish, best chilled rather than diluted with lots of ice. It contains caffeine.

Ingredients

• 1 tea bag White tea
• 6 oz Water
• 1/2 cup Seedless watermelon cubes
• 2 leaf Basil leaves

Make it

1. Brew the tea in the measured water, using the temperature and steeping time on its packet. Remove the tea bag.
2. Cool the tea in a heatproof container, then chill for about 30 minutes.
3. Mash any soft fruit in a separate glass. Lightly bruise herbs or ginger; add these and the listed juices or spices to the cooled tea.
4. Stir well and taste. Remove ginger or herb sprigs when their flavor suits you. Strain if you prefer a smoother drink, then serve chilled.

Benefits

White tea and watermelon · refreshing fluids

The 6 oz of water contributes to your day’s fluids, with white tea, watermelon, and basil providing the flavor that makes another glass appealing.

Basil · a flavor worth noticing

Using basil beside white tea and watermelon gives the glass a savory green fragrance, creating its own flavor without needing carbonation or an alcoholic pour.

Contains caffeine.