Iced Tea Recipe
Make Iced Tea Recipe in just 1h 10m. 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)
Flavorings (Optional)
For Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, remove the tea bags and discard them. If you’re adding sweetener, stir it in while the tea is still warm.
Chilling the Tea
- 4
Cool Down
Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature, then transfer it to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour.
Serving
- 5
Prepare Glasses
In a tall glass, add 1 cup of ice cubes. Optionally, add lemon slices, fresh mint leaves, or peach slices for additional flavor.
- 6
Pour the Tea
Once the tea is chilled, pour the tea over the ice cubes in the glass.
- 7
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with additional lemon slices or mint leaves if desired, and serve immediately.