The secret to Sweetening with powdered Stevia.

Sugar free iced herbal teas and ice coffee.

The first time I tried using Stevia in my tea, the flavor was strong and absolutely disgusting. Don’t let that sway you from trying, I just prepared by drink wrong.

The best way to choose which drink to make to sweeten with Stevia is to consider the flavor. Is it a tea or juice with a light flavor?

Coffee for example I have been unable to duplicate the same sweetness as sugar. Splenda might be a good alternative for that. While making iced coffee add the sweetener while the drink is hot, then let it cool down. You will need less coffee to make a strong tasting drink, that will ice down well.

While brewing your tea, place a coffee cup or something to let the tea steep for about three minutes. After removing the top from your tea, you are going to pour a small amount of tea aside. For a single serve drink start out with about ¼ cup of hot tea. Place a very small amount of Stevia and let it dissolve and sit for a few minutes. A small amount would be about a quarter to half teaspoon.

Ice the drink down first, then top off the tea with some water. Gently stir. The drink will not be bitter, if it is that meant that you put in too much Stevia. If it is too sweet, just add more water to your glass. Keep experimenting with your favorite flavors, to find something that works for your own taste buds.