Iced Tea Recipe
Freshly brewed iced tea, served sweetened or unsweetened.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Garnish (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you prefer your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the pot, making sure not to squeeze them to avoid bitterness.
Sweetening the Tea (optional)
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweetened tea, add 1 cup of granulated sugar or 0.5 cup of honey to the hot tea. Stir until completely dissolved.
Chilling the Tea
- 5
Cool Down
Allow the brewed tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until chilled.
Serving
- 6
Serve the Tea
Pour the chilled tea into glasses filled with ice. Optionally, garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves before serving.