Jul 13 2026

Ice Tea Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

lemons

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Ingredients

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Tea Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Brew the Tea

    In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let steep for about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Add Sugar

    Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until dissolved. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

  3. 3

    Prepare Lemons

    While the tea is cooling, slice the lemons into wedges or rounds. Reserve a few slices for garnishing.

  4. 4

    Mix with Ice

    In a pitcher, combine the cooled tea, juice of the lemons, and ice cubes. Stir well.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Pour the iced tea into glasses, garnish with lemon slices, and serve chilled.

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