Was this page helpful?
Help improve this recipe for others.
Send this recipe to your inbox.
We'll email it straight to you - plus weekly cooking inspiration.
Ingredients
Some product links may be affiliates. If you buy through them, you're supporting the site and Pekin may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
Tea Ingredients
Optional Garnishes
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a small saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea Leaves
Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat. Add 2 tablespoons of premium black tea leaves to the hot water.
- 3
Steep the Tea
Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5 minutes. This will allow the flavors to develop fully.
- 4
Strain the Tea
After 5 minutes, strain the tea leaves from the liquid using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser.
Cooling the Tea
- 5
Cool Down
Allow the brewed tea to come to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes.
Serving the Tea
- 6
Serve Over Ice
Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the chilled unsweetened black tea over the ice.
- 7
Add Garnishes (Optional)
If desired, add lemon slices and mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
