Sweet Or Unsweet Tea Recipe
Make Sweet Or Unsweet Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavorings (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add the tea bags and allow them to steep for 5 to 7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan. If you prefer a stronger tea, you can leave the bags in for a few additional minutes.
Sweetening the Tea (if desired)
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you want sweet tea, add 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of honey, or sugar substitutes to the hot tea. Stir until completely dissolved.
- 5
Taste Test
Taste the tea and adjust sweetness as desired by adding more sugar or sweetener to your liking.
Serving the Tea
- 6
Chill or Serve Warm
You can either serve the tea warm or allow it to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for a few hours to serve it cold.
- 7
Add Flavorings
If desired, add lemon slices or mint leaves for added flavor before serving.
- 8
Serve
Pour the tea into glasses or cups and enjoy your sweet or unsweet tea!
