Ice Tea Recipe
Make Ice Tea Recipe in just 1h 30m. 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)
Flavoring (optional)
Serving
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add 4 black tea bags to the hot water and let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener
If desired, add 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey to the warm tea. Stir until fully dissolved.
Flavoring the Tea
- 5
Add Flavorings
If using, add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, or peach slices to the tea for added flavor. Stir gently.
Chilling and Serving
- 6
Chill the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
- 7
Prepare to Serve
In a large pitcher, add 4 cups of ice cubes and 2 cups of water to dilute the tea slightly.
- 8
Pour and Enjoy
Pour the chilled tea over the ice in the pitcher, stir gently, and serve immediately.
