Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Serving
Method
Brewing Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want your iced tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, add 1 cup of sugar. Stir until fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Mix in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice for added flavor.
- 6
Add Mint Leaves
Add 1 cup of fresh mint leaves and stir gently to combine.
Chilling and Serving
- 7
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
- 8
Prepare Glasses
In a tall glass, fill with 2 cups of ice cubes.
- 9
Pour Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice cubes until the glass is full.
- 10
Garnish
Garnish with lemon slices and mint sprigs to taste before serving.