Iced Tea - 22 Oz. To-go Cup Recipe
Fresh Brewed Shangri La Black Tea (Sweet & Unsweetened).
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (Optional)
Water
Additional Flavor (Optional)
Ice
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Add Tea
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat. Add 4 teaspoons of Shangri La Black Tea to the water.
- 3
Steep
Cover and let the tea steep for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on your preferred strength.
- 4
Strain
After steeping, strain the tea into a pitcher to remove the tea leaves.
Sweetening the Tea (Optional)
- 5
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweet tea, add 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar or 1 tablespoon of honey to the hot tea. Stir until dissolved.
Cooling Down
- 6
Cool the Tea
Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.
Serving
- 7
Prepare the To-Go Cup
Fill a 22 oz. to-go cup with 2 cups of ice cubes.
- 8
Pour the Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice until the cup is nearly full.
- 9
Add Flavor (Optional)
If desired, add lemon slices and mint leaves for extra flavor.
- 10
Serve
Insert a straw and enjoy your refreshing iced tea!
