Freshly Brewed Iced Tea Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Boil the Water

   In a large pot, bring 8 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

2. 2

   Steep the Tea

   Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

3. 3

   Sweeten the Tea (optional)

   If you prefer sweetened iced tea, stir in 1 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved.

4. 4

   Cool the Tea

   Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

5. 5

   Serve the Iced Tea

   Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.