Tulsi Sun Tea

I wait patiently all year for Tulsi to arrive at Avalon Acres. Last weekend at the Market the delicious smell of basils were in the air and of course I had to take a bag of Tulsi home. Tulsi is a delicious and sacred variety of basil that is wonderful for teas.

I added some to my homemade chai after a recommendation from a good friend, and of course had to make a batch of sun tea.

The heat of summer does all the work here. Leave out the tea leaves for an herbal option or add them in for something more uplifting - both are refreshing and soothing. Perfect for a hot summer weekend.

By Halee Jones

Ingredients

• A few sprigs of Tulsi (holy basil)* found at Avalon Acres

• 4 tsp black or green tea leaves (~4 tea bags)

• ~ 1 quart of water

  *These ingredients can be found at the Harrisonburg Farmers Market, check What’s Fresh to see what’s in season

Method

1. Gather your ingredients and a sealable vessel, like a jay or pitcher.

2. Add all ingredients to the pitcher and cover.

3. Set out in the sunshine for 3 to 5 hours.

4. Serve warm or over ice & enjoy!