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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove and discard the tea bags. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice into the brewed tea.
- 5
Sweeten to Taste
Add 1 tablespoon of sugar, adjusting to taste. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.