Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHemingway'sIced Tea Recipe

Iced Tea Recipe

Inspired by Hemingway's
Time15m
Serves1

16 oz. Beverage.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Sweetener (optional)

Flavorings (optional)

Ice

Method

Tea Preparation

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Steep Tea

    Once boiling, remove from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let steep for 5-7 minutes depending on how strong you want your tea.

  3. 3

    Remove Tea Bags

    After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.

Sweetening (optional)

  1. 4

    Add Sweetener

    If desired, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey while the tea is still warm, until dissolved.

Cooling and Serving

  1. 5

    Let Cool

    Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, or chill it in the refrigerator for faster cooling.

  2. 6

    Prepare Ice

    Fill a glass with 2 cups of ice cubes.

  3. 7

    Pour Tea

    Once cool, pour the tea over the ice-filled glass.

  4. 8

    Add Flavorings (optional)

    Garnish with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.

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