Iced Tea Recipe

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@heros

Oct 20 2025

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30m

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Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Iced Tea in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

Brewing Tea

1. Boil the Water

In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

2. Steep the Tea

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 how strong you like your tea.

3. Remove Tea Bags

After steeping, remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.

Sweetening (Optional)

4. Add Sweetener

If you prefer sweet tea, add your choice of sweetener (1 cup of granulated sugar, honey, or 1 tsp of stevia) while the tea is still warm. Stir until fully dissolved.

Flavoring (Optional)

5. Add Flavor Enhancers

If desired, add 1 cup of lemon juice, fresh mint leaves, or peach slices to the brewed tea for extra flavor.

Chilling and Serving

6. Chill the Tea

Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 1-2 hours until chilled.

7. Serve Over Ice

To serve, fill a glass with 1 cup of ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices if desired.

Iced Tea Recipe

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Tea Base

Sweetener (Optional)

Flavor Enhancers (Optional)

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