House Brewed Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavors (optional)
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 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
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweetened tea, add 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey while the tea is still warm. Stir until fully dissolved.
Chilling the Tea
- 5
Cool the Tea
Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until chilled.
Serving the Iced Tea
- 6
Prepare Glasses
In a large glass or pitcher, add 4 cups of ice cubes.
- 7
Combine Tea and Water
Pour the chilled tea over the ice, and add 2 cups of cold water to dilute the tea to your preferred strength.
- 8
Garnish
Optionally, garnish with fresh lemon slices, mint leaves, or peach slices for added flavor.