Iced Tea Recipe

Inspired by Au Cheval

Time45m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Brew the Tea
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add in the 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes depending on how strong you like your tea.
2
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm. Mix until the sugar is completely dissolved. If you prefer unsweetened tea, you can skip this step.
3
Cool the Tea
Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature. You can speed up the process by placing it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
4
Add Lemon Juice
Once the tea has cooled, stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice for added flavor.
5
Serve the Iced Tea
Fill glasses with 2 cups of ice cubes and pour the cooled tea over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a slice of lemon for a refreshing touch.