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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener
Flavoring (Optional)
Method
Prepare Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for about 5 minutes, or until the desired strength is reached.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still hot, add 1 cup of granulated sugar. Stir continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Chill and Serve
- 5
Cool the Tea
Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature.
- 6
Refrigerate
Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until chilled.
- 7
Serve
Serve the sweet tea over ice, garnished with fresh mint leaves and lemon slices if desired.
