Iced Tea Recipe
Make Iced Tea Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavoring (optional)
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
- 2
Steep Tea Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Cover and steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on the desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener (if desired)
If you prefer sweet tea, add 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey to the warm tea. Stir until dissolved.
Cooling the Tea
- 5
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
Serving
- 6
Prepare Glasses
Fill each glass with 1/2 cup of ice cubes.
- 7
Pour Tea
Pour the chilled tea over the ice cubes until the glass is filled.
- 8
Garnish (if desired)
Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves for added flavor and presentation.
