Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Garnish
Method
Prepare the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Brew Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweeten and Flavor
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Pour in 1 cup of lemon juice and mix well to combine all the flavors.
- 6
Incorporate Mint
Add a bunch of fresh mint leaves to the tea for added flavor.
Chill and Serve
- 7
Cool Down
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until cold.
- 8
Prepare Glasses
In serving glasses, add about 1 cup of ice cubes.
- 9
Pour Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice cubes in each glass.
- 10
Garnish
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a few more mint leaves, if desired.
