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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of fresh water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan. Discard the bags.
- 4
Cool the Tea
Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature before serving.
Serving
- 5
Prepare Glass
Fill a tall glass with 2 cups of ice cubes.
- 6
Pour Tea
Once the tea has cooled, pour it over the ice cubes in the glass to chill the tea further.
- 7
Garnish
Add a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves to the glass for added flavor and presentation.
- 8
Serve
Stir gently before serving. Enjoy your unsweet iced tea!


