Jul 17 2026

Iced Tea Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Freshly brewed iced tea

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Ingredients

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Iced Tea Ingredients

Method

Iced Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Brew the Tea

    In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 5-7 minutes depending on desired strength.

  2. 2

    Sweeten the Tea

    Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm. Mix until sugar is fully dissolved.

  3. 3

    Cool the Tea

    Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

  4. 4

    Serve

    In a glass, add ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.

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