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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavor Enhancements
Serving
Method
Prepare the Tea Base
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from the heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan and discard them.
Sweeten the Tea (optional)
- 4
Add Sweetener
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar or 0.5 cup of honey until fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste.
Add Flavor Enhancements
- 5
Mix in Lemon Juice and Mint
Stir in 0.5 cup of fresh lemon juice and add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature.