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Ingredients
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Beverage Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
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 5-7 minutes, depending on desired strength.
Sweeten the Tea
Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar while the tea is still warm until fully dissolved.
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in the lemon juice to the sweetened tea mixture.
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
Serve
Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.