Ice Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetening (Optional)
Flavoring
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the black tea bags. Let the tea steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags and let the tea cool to room temperature.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Flavoring the Tea
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Once the tea is cooled, mix in 1 cup of lemon juice for a refreshing flavor.
- 6
Incorporate Mint
Add fresh mint leaves to the tea, adjusting the quantity to your taste. Stir gently.
Serving
- 7
Prepare for Serving
Fill glasses with ice cubes (about 2 cups each) and pour the brewed tea over the ice.
- 8
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing iced tea!