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How to Make a Refreshing Summer Solar Tea Ingredients: - 4-6 tea bags (black, green, or herbal) - 1 gallon of fresh, cold water - Optional: fresh herbs (mint, basil), citrus slices (lemon, lime, orange), honey or sweetener of choice Instructions: 1. Choose Your Tea: Select 4-6 of your favorite tea bags. For a more aromatic blend, consider adding a couple of fresh herbs like mint or basil. 2. Fill a Glass Jar: Fill a 1-gallon glass jar with fresh, cold water. 3. Add Tea Bags: Place the tea bags into the water, ensuring they are fully submerged. If adding fresh herbs or citrus slices, include them at this stage. 4. Seal and Place in Sun: Seal the jar with a lid and place it in direct sunlight. Let it steep for 2-5 hours, depending on your preferred strength. 5. Remove and Chill: After steeping, remove the tea bags and any added herbs or citrus. Place the jar in the refrigerator to cool. 6. Serve and Enjoy: Serve and sweeten to taste if desired. Benefits: - Natural Brewing: Uses solar energy for a gentle, natural brewing process, preserving the delicate flavors and antioxidants in the tea. - Hydration: Keeps you hydrated, essential during the hot summer months. - Rich in Antioxidants: Depending on the tea chosen, it can be rich in antioxidants, which help combat free radicals and reduce inflammation, like our Immunity Fuel Tea or even our Breathe! - Low Calorie: A healthy, low-calorie beverage option that can be sweetened naturally. - Versatile: Easily customizable with various herbs, fruits, and sweeteners to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy your homemade solar tea as a refreshing and healthful drink to beat the summer heat, while also receiving your essential minerals to feel charged!