Hot Or Iced Tea Recipe
Make Hot Or Iced Tea Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavor Enhancements (optional)
Method
Preparation for Hot Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 tea bags of your choice. Allow them to steep for 5-7 minutes depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
Carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.
- 4
Add Sweeteners (optional)
If desired, stir in honey and lemon juice until dissolved for added flavor.
- 5
Serve
Pour the hot tea into cups and enjoy.
Preparation for Iced Tea
- 6
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 7
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 tea bags of your choice. Allow them to steep for 5-7 minutes depending on your desired strength.
- 8
Remove Tea Bags
Carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.
- 9
Add Sweeteners (optional)
If desired, stir in honey and lemon juice until dissolved for added flavor.
- 10
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
- 11
Serve Iced
Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the cooled tea over the ice. Garnish with mint leaves if desired.