Passion Tea Lemonade– Easy Starbucks Copycat

This Passion Tea Lemonade is a simple homemade version of the Starbucks favorite — it’s floral, citrusy, and comes together with just tea, lemonade, and a little ice. Super refreshing, pretty in a glass, and budget-friendly if you’re skipping the coffee shop run. Great for chill days, warm afternoons, or when you just need something easy and nice.

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Quick Summary

• Prep time: 10 mins
• Cook time: 5 mins
• Flavor: floral, tart, lightly sweet
• Great for: hot days, small resets, sipping slow

Why I Like This Recipe

Didn’t overthink this one. I had the tea, had some lemons, needed a break from everything else. It’s easy, pretty, and for some reason… kind of comforting?

Ingredients

• 4 cups water
• 2 Tazo Passion Tea bags
• 4 cups lemonade
• Ice
• Lemon slices (optional)

Optional Homemade Lemonade:

• ½ cup fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup sugar
• 3½ cups cold water

How To Make Passion Tea Lemonade

1. Steep the tea: Boil 4 cups water (medium bubble, not wild), add tea bags. Let steep 5–10 minutes depending on how strong you like it.
2. Mix the lemonade: Remove tea bags. Stir in the lemonade. Taste it. Adjust if needed (more tart, more sweet — whatever feels right).
3. Serve: Fill a glass with ice. Pour the tea-lemonade mix over. Garnish with lemon slices if you’re feeling fancy.

Tips for Success

• Tazo Passion is the go-to — the color and flavor are just right.
• Steep longer for stronger flavor.
• Try it with sparkling lemonade for a fun twist.
• Want extra chill? Add mint or muddle berries.

Storage and Reheating

• Fridge: Store in a sealed pitcher up to 3 days. Stir before pouring.
• Freezer: Could be made into popsicles. Kinda fun.
• Reheat: Nope. Keep it iced.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use a different tea?
  Sure, but the flavor and that signature magenta color come from the hibiscus in Tazo Passion. If you swap, go for another hibiscus-based tea.
• Is it sweet enough without sugar?
  Depends on your lemonade. If you’re using bottled, it’s usually sweet already. If it’s homemade, you control the sugar.
• Can I make it ahead?
  Yes, just store it in a pitcher in the fridge and stir before pouring. The color stays beautiful too.
• What’s the caffeine level?
  Zero. Tazo Passion Tea is herbal — caffeine-free. So you can sip it any time.
• Can I spike it?
  …You didn’t hear it from me, but yes. Vodka or gin both work.

Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them

• Using boiling hot water with delicate tea: Super hot water can make hibiscus tea bitter. Aim for a gentle boil, not a full raging one.
• Steeping too short: Five minutes is the absolute minimum. If it’s too pale or watery, it won’t stand up to the lemonade.
• Not balancing the sweet vs tart: Always taste before serving. Add more lemon or sugar if it’s leaning too far one way.
• Skipping the ice: This drink hits different when it’s cold. Use plenty of ice — it’s part of the vibe.
• Thinking it’s just for summer: Nope. Add some cinnamon or cloves and serve it chilled in fall. Still works. Still hits.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 119 kcal
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 5mg
• Potassium: 10mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 27g
• Protein: 0g

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