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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Sweetener (Optional)
Flavor Enhancements (Optional)
Method
Preparing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags from the water and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea (Optional)
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweet tea, add your choice of sweetener (granulated sugar, honey, or Stevia) to the hot tea. Stir until fully dissolved.
Cooling the Tea
- 5
Chill the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1-2 hours.
Serving the Iced Tea
- 6
Serve
Once chilled, serve the iced tea over ice in glasses. Add lemon juice, mint leaves, or peach slices for extra flavor if desired.