Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Serving
Method
Brew the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 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, remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.
Flavor the Tea
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea.
- 6
Add Mint Leaves
Add fresh mint leaves to the tea for additional flavor. Adjust the amount to taste.
Chill and Serve
- 7
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.
- 8
Prepare Glasses
In serving glasses, add ice cubes (about 1 cup each) and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with lemon slices and additional mint leaves, if desired. Serve immediately.