Unsweet Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil the Water
In a medium-sized pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove the pot from heat. Add 4 tablespoons of black tea leaves directly into the hot water. Cover the pot and let the tea steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
3
Strain the Tea
After steeping, strain the tea into a pitcher using a fine mesh strainer or tea strainer to remove the tea leaves. Discard the leaves.

4
Cool Down (Optional)
If you prefer your tea chilled, let the brewed tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
5
Serve
Pour the unsweetened tea into glasses. Add ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired. Serve immediately.