Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsKeifer'sUnsweet Tea Recipe

Unsweet Tea Recipe

Inspired by Keifer's
Time45m
Serves4

Make Unsweet Tea Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Optional Flavorings

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves. Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your preferred strength.

  3. 3

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, use a fine mesh strainer or tea strainer to remove the tea leaves from the liquid. Pour the brewed tea into a pitcher.

  4. 4

    Cool the Tea

    Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to chill.

Serving the Tea

  1. 5

    Prepare the Glasses

    Fill glasses with ice cubes as desired. You can also add a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves for garnish.

  2. 6

    Pour and Enjoy

    Pour the chilled unsweetened tea into the prepared glasses over ice. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing unsweet tea!

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