Refreshing Picnic Drink: Summer Fruit Tea with Apple & Blueberry
Freshly picked blueberries and McIntosh apples combine with exotic pineapple, zesty lemon, and lime, all lightly sweetened with local honey from the Montérégie region of Quebec. This vibrant, refreshing beverage is the perfect homemade drink for a sunny picnic or a hot summer day.
The Taste of Summer Feast @ Montreal
7/29/2025
Servings: 4 Portions
INGREDIENTS
175g fresh blueberries
2 apples (about 300g), sliced
1/2 pineapple (about 500g), peeled and sliced
1 lemon (125g), sliced
1 lime (80g), sliced
4000ml water
6 black tea bags
6 tablespoons honey
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Wash all the fruits thoroughly. Slice the pineapple, apples, lemon, and lime.
2. In a large pot, combine all the sliced fruits and blueberries with 4000ml of water.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat for about 30 minutes.
4. Reduce to low heat and simmer for another 15 minutes.
5. Add the black tea bags and simmer for 5 more minutes. Remove the tea bags.
6. Let the tea cool down slightly until it's warm but not too hot. Then stir in the honey, ensuring it fully dissolves.
7. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
8. Serve over ice cubes and enjoy.
This freshly brewed fruit tea is a delicious and naturally sweetened beverage. It is perfect for summer days or as a refreshing homemade drink for your next picnic.