Iced Cherry Apple Tea
There’s nothin’ wrong with an ice-cold pop every once in a while, but this Iced Cherry Apple Tea is a great way to stay hydrated without reaching for soda or super sugary drinks. The sweet cherry flavor, natural citrus notes, and bold tea blend mellow it out beautifully!
Why You’ll Love This Iced Cherry Apple Tea
If you’re looking for a naturally sweet, antioxidant-packed drink that’s surprisingly good for you, boy, do I have the tea for you! This mix is bold, tart, and fruity with a clean finish, thanks to black cherry berry tea and Bragg’s apple cider vinegar. Add your favorite sweetener, some ice, and you’ve got the perfect summer sipper. Or spring. Or Tuesday afternoon. Honestly, it’s a great iced tea any time of year—it’s part herbal tea and part tangy refresher.
This stuff has helped me kick my cravings for junk food and my one true weakness, Dirty Dr. Pepper. Just make sure you’re using the good stuff with the “mother” at the bottom (I swear by Bragg’s), and you’re sipping on a probiotic boost, too. Bottom line is, you’ll feel good drinking it, and it’s downright delicious.
Let me show you how to make it!
Let’s Talk Ingredients
- Black Cherry Berry tea bags
- Bragg’s apple cider vinegar
- Sweetener
Tip: If you’re using a dry sweetener like Truvia or sugar, add it while the tea is still warm so it dissolves fully. The beauty of this recipe is that you can make it as sweet or tart as you like. I use 3 packets of Truvia, but cane sugar, honey, or even Splenda all work.
How to Make Iced Cherry Apple Tea
1. Steep the Tea
In a quart-sized mason jar or pitcher, steep 2 Black Cherry Berry tea bags in 1 cup of boiling water. Let it steep for a good 15 minutes—you want all that cherry flavor to come through.
2. Add the Good Stuff
Remove the tea bags and stir in the 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and sweetener of choice while the tea is still warm. Give it a good stir so everything dissolves nicely.
3. Fill with Ice and Water
Top off your jar with ice and cold water until it reaches the top. Give it another stir, and you’re ready to sip!
Storage
This apple cider vinegar tea recipe makes just 1 glass, so there’s no need to store leftovers. Simply double the recipe if making it for more than one person at a time!
Can I use a different tea blend?
Absolutely! While this recipe is made for a fruity herbal base, feel free to experiment with green tea, white tea, or a more floral eternity blend if that’s your vibe. Just keep in mind that caffeinated teas like black tea will change your drink’s energy levels.
What if I don’t like apple cider vinegar?
Try using just 1 tablespoon to start, or swap it for a splash of lemon juice. The acidity gives this iced tea its bright, zippy flavor, but it doesn’t need to be overpowering.
Can I serve it hot?
You can! Just steep the tea, mix in your sweetener and vinegar, and skip the ice. It makes a comforting, cozy hot tea with a slightly tangy twist. Alternatively, you can check out this Hot Spiced Apple Cider recipe!
How long does it last in the fridge?
If you do decide to make a larger batch, this iced tea keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days. You might even find the flavor gets stronger and fruitier as it sits.
Ingredients
- 2 Black Cherry Berry tea bags
- 2 tablespoons Bragg’s apple cider vinegar
- Sweetener to taste You can use sugar, honey, Splenda, etc.
Instructions
- In a quart jar, steep two tea bags in a cup of boiling water for 15 minutes, then remove the tea bags.
- Stir in the sweetener and apple cider vinegar until the sweetener is dissolved.
- Fill the glass with ice and water until it reaches the top
What a happy dog story!
I love all the vinegar drinks out there too. At first they sound a little… whoa. But yum! I’m looking forward to seeing all your recipes! I’ll have to try this one as soon as it warms up a little today. Right now that ice is making me shiver. : )
THank you Becky!! I hope you enjoy the tea!!
Christy I just read about sweetie being back I’m so happy wonderful news and Pick is adorable!
Thank you so much Patty!!
I made your VinTea tonight and it was really good! Even finicky hubby liked it.
If you like the flavor of margaritas, add your 2 T. vinegar to a glass of water, then sweeten, add a splash of lime juice and a tiny bit of salt. Delicious!
I am so glad you liked it Dana!!! Thank you for sharing your favorite one, I will have to try it!!
I am so happy for you all. Christy, you are like my new best friend. Thanks for your posts and videos.
I have terrible allergies. I was told a few weeks ago that this very kind of vinegar was good for allergies. I couldn’t imagine drinking vinegar so I just let it pass thinking that it was something I could not do. I’m on my way tomorrow to get the ingredients. Can’t wait to try it!
I can’t wait to hear what you think Gaye, you are going to be so surprised!!!
My heart ached for you when Sweetie was gone. I prayed with you that God would help her to find her way back home, and that she was kept in His care until then. Welcome Home Dear Little One……Thank you God, You are SO GOOD!
He is so good!! All the time!! Thank you so much for all of your prayers Kathy, they meant more to me that you can ever imagine!!
Wow, Wow, Wow, so happy for Sweetie’s return and the wonderful adoption of Pick. Just cannot wait to try this refreshing looking drink. Thanks so much Christy.
Thank you Annette!!!
Wow, so happy Sweetie is back, and the adoption of Pick. Just cannot wait to try such a wonderful,refreshing looking drink, but I’ll trade the vinegar for apple cider. Thanks Christy for all that you do.
Thank you Annette, we are so thrilled!