Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Preparation
Sweetening (optional)
Serving
Method
Tea Brewing
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for about 5–7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening
- 4
Add Sugar (if desired)
If you prefer sweet tea, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar while the tea is still warm, allowing it to dissolve completely.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
If desired, add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice for added flavor and stir well.
Chilling and Serving
- 6
Cool the Tea
Allow the brewed tea to come to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 1–2 hours until chilled.
- 7
Prepare Glasses
Fill each glass with 1 cup of ice cubes.
- 8
Pour and Garnish
Pour the chilled tea over the ice in each glass. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a slice of lemon.
