Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavorings (optional)
Ice
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep Tea
Remove the pot from heat. Add 4 black tea bags to the boiling water and let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening (optional)
- 4
Add Sweetener
If desired, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey while the tea is still warm. Mix until completely dissolved.
Flavoring (optional)
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
For added flavor, stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- 6
Add Mint Leaves
Garnish your iced tea with a bunch of fresh mint leaves for a refreshing aroma.
Chilling and Serving
- 7
Cool the Tea
Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature before transferring it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
- 8
Serve Over Ice
Fill glasses with 2 cups of ice cubes each and pour the chilled tea over the ice. Serve immediately.
