Jul 14 2026

Tea Recipe

Time30m
Serves16

By the Gallon.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 8 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for about 10-15 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

  3. 3

    Remove Tea Bags

    After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the pot, allowing them to drain back into the pot.

  4. 4

    Add Sugar

    Stir in 1 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.

Cooling and Serving

  1. 5

    Cool the Tea

    Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature. You can speed up the cooling process by placing it in the refrigerator.

  2. 6

    Prepare to Serve

    In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea with 8 cups of ice cubes. Stir well.

  3. 7

    Add Lemon

    Add lemon slices to the pitcher, adjusting the amount to your taste preference.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Pour the tea into glasses and enjoy it chilled. Optionally, garnish with additional lemon slices.

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