Quick Answer

To brew Blue Cooler Iced Tea at home, steep the blend in hot water, then cool and serve over ice. For a smoother, less bitter cup, use the cold brew method instead.

Why Blue Cooler Iced Tea Works for Iced Brewing

Blue Cooler Iced Tea is a caffeine-free herbal blend of blue pea flower, lemongrass, lemon peel, peppermint, and spearmint. The blue pea flower gives the tea its striking blue color, which shifts to purple when you add lemon or lime juice.

Because it contains no true tea leaves, it brews quickly and won't turn bitter with longer steeping, making it forgiving for both hot and cold brewing methods. The mint and citrus notes stay bright even when chilled.

One trade-off: the blue color is delicate. Very hot water or over-steeping can dull it slightly, so stick to the recommended times.

How to Brew Blue Cooler Iced Tea

  1. Measure the tea: Use 1 tablespoon (about 2-3 grams) of Blue Cooler Iced Tea blend per 8 ounces of water. For a full pitcher, use 8 tablespoons for 64 ounces. Adjust to taste, but avoid overloading—too much tea can make the mint overwhelming. Check the color of the brewed tea; it should be a clear, deep blue, not murky.
  2. Heat the water: Bring fresh, filtered water to 200°F (just below boiling). Avoid boiling water, which can dull the blue color and make the mint taste harsh. If you don't have a thermometer, let a full boil sit for 30 seconds. If the water is too hot, the tea may turn a duller blue—let it cool slightly before steeping.
  3. Steep for 5-7 minutes: Pour the hot water over the tea and steep for 5-7 minutes. Unlike black or green tea, this herbal blend won't turn bitter if you go a bit over, but the mint can become too strong. Taste at 5 minutes and decide. Set a timer; steeping longer than 7 minutes can make the peppermint dominate.
  4. Strain and cool: Strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher. Let it cool to room temperature for about 20 minutes, then refrigerate until chilled (at least 1 hour). Do not add ice directly to hot tea—it will dilute the flavor. Cooling before serving prevents ice from melting too fast and watering down the tea.
  5. Serve over ice: Fill glasses with ice and pour the chilled tea over it. For a fun color change, add a squeeze of lemon or lime—the blue will turn purple. Garnish with fresh mint or a lemon slice if you like. Add citrus just before serving; the color change is part of the fun.

What You Need

  • Blue Cooler Iced Tea: Blue Cooler Iced Tea is a blend of blue pea flower, lemongrass, lemon peel, peppermint, and spearmint, with vibrant antioxidants. The mint and citrus flavors are naturally refreshing when chilled, and the blue pea flower provides the signature color that makes this iced tea visually fun.

    Blue Cooler Iced Tea

    Blue Cooler Iced Tea