Iced Tea Recipe

Inspired by Mandarin

Time1h 30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
2
Steep Tea
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan. If desired, add sugar or honey to sweeten the tea while it’s still warm. Stir until dissolved.

4
Cool Down
Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.

5
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
6
Pour Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice-filled glasses.
7
Garnish
Add a slice of lemon and a few fresh mint leaves to each glass for garnish.
8
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing iced tea!