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.
Iced Tea Base
Fruit Additions
Garnish
Method
Prepare Iced Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Sweeten (Optional)
If you prefer a sweeter iced tea, stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar while the tea is still warm. Mix until the sugar is dissolved.
- 4
Cool the Tea
Remove the tea bags and allow the tea to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, refrigerate until cold.
Mix the Drink
- 5
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled iced tea, 1 cup of orange juice, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Stir until well mixed.
- 6
Add Mint
Gently muddle the 10 fresh mint leaves in the pitcher to release their flavor, then stir again.
Serve
- 7
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the iced tea mixture over the ice.
- 8
Garnish
Garnish each glass with a slice of orange and a slice of lemon. Add additional mint leaves if desired.
