Add basil leaves and a splash of iced tea to a cocktail shaker.
Muddles the basil leaves.
Add the rest of the iced tea.
Add ice then shake well.
Strain into a tall glass over fresh ice.
Add more basil to garnish, if desired.
If you prefer your tea sweetened, add simple syrup or sugar to taste.
Notes
You can use store-bought iced tea or brew your own! If you like your tea a little bit sweeter, you could add simple syrup. To add even more basil flavor you could use Basil Simple Syrup.If you don't want larger pieces of basil in your finished drink, you can use a second strainer when pouring it into your glass.This is a great party drink and can be made in a larger batch, just don't add ice to the tea ahead of time to keep it from getting diluted. Just be sure to add more basil leaves so the flavor comes through.The longer the tea sits with the basil, the more that gorgeous herbal flavor will infuse it.