Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Serving
Method
Prepare Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brew Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweeten and Flavor
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
- 5
Mix in Lemon Juice
Add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea and stir well to combine.
- 6
Add Mint (Optional)
If desired, add fresh mint leaves to the mixture for additional flavor.
Chill and Serve
- 7
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.
- 8
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with ice cubes (about 2 cups per glass) and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
- 9
Garnish
Garnish each glass with lemon slices and, if desired, additional mint leaves.
