Pure Leaf Unsweetened Tea Recipe
Premium iced tea brewed from real tea leaves.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Optional Flavoring
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves
Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat and add 4 tablespoons of loose black tea leaves.
- 3
Steep
Cover the pot and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 4
Strain
After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer or a tea infuser to separate the liquid from the leaves.
Cooling and Serving
- 5
Cool the Tea
Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until it's cold.
- 6
Serve
Pour the unsweetened tea into a glass over ice. Optionally, add a slice of lemon or a few mint leaves for garnish.