Unsweetened Iced Tea Recipe
Make Unsweetened Iced Tea Recipe in just 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Serving Options
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium-sized saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let the tea bags steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan and discard them. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Serving the Tea
- 4
Prepare Glasses
Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes, about 1 cup of ice per glass.
- 5
Pour Iced Tea
Once the tea has cooled, pour the brewed tea evenly into the prepared glasses over the ice.
- 6
Garnish
Add lemon slices and fresh mint leaves to each glass for flavor enhancement, adjusting the quantity to your taste.
- 7
Serve
Stir gently if desired and serve immediately for a refreshing iced tea experience.