Jul 17 2026
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Iced Tea Recipe

Inspired by Pounds
Time20m
Serves4

Make Iced Tea Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Iced Tea Ingredients

Method

Iced Tea Directions

  1. 1

    Brew the Tea

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Sweeten the Tea

    After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.

  3. 3

    Cool Down

    Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

  4. 4

    Prepare to Serve

    In a pitcher, combine the chilled tea, lemon juice, and mint leaves. Stir well.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea mixture over the ice. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.

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