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Nerd Rope Loaded Tea

Grape + strawberry with a tangy sour finish. Bright, shop-style candy vibe using your current packets.

32–40 oz Green tea base Candy • Sour Optional: collagen / energy
Color tip: Stick with green tea only if you want vivid, defined colors (black tea can muddy them).

Ingredients

  • 8–12 oz strong brewed green tea
  • 1 Grape zero-sugar packet (Skittles, Crush, or classic grape)
  • 1 Strawberry zero-sugar packet (Skittles or Crush)
  • Optional boost: ½ packet Lemonade or Lemonade Energy
  • Sour: tiny pinch citric acid or ½ tsp lemon juice
  • Ice
  • Cold water to fill
  • Optional: 1 scoop unflavored collagen peptides
Tip: Start light on citric acid—add more only after tasting.

Instructions

  1. Pour 8–12 oz green tea into a large cup or shaker.
  2. Add grape + strawberry packets (and collagen if using).
  3. Froth or stir for 5–10 seconds until dissolved.
  4. Add citric acid or lemon juice (start small).
  5. Fill with ice.
  6. Top with cold water to 32–40 oz.
  7. Shake or stir, taste, and adjust.
Adjustments: Too sweet → add a splash more tea/lemon. Not sour enough → tiny pinch more citric acid. Too strong → add ice/water.