Heritage Iced Tea Recipe
Refreshing iced tea with a hint of lemon.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Garnish
Method
Prepare the Tea Base
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
Carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice and 1 cup of granulated sugar into the cooled tea. Mix well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Slices
Add 1 cup of lemon slices to the tea mixture for added flavor and visual appeal.
Serve the Tea
- 6
Chill the Tea
Refrigerate the tea for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Serve the iced tea in glasses filled with ice, and garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves. Enjoy!
