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Ingredients
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Tea
Lemon & Garnish
Method
Tea
Sweeten while hot
Remove tea bags, gently pressing them against the side with a spoon to extract flavor but not bitterness. Stir in 4 tablespoons granulated sugar while the tea is still hot until fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sugar to preference.
Cool to room temperature
Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature (about 20–30 minutes). To speed cooling, transfer tea to a shallow container or place the covered container in an ice bath.
Chill & Serve
Combine with lemon
Once tea is at room temperature, stir in 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2–3 lemons). Taste and add more lemon if you prefer a brighter flavor.
Refrigerate
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour until well chilled. For best flavor, chill 2–4 hours.
Serve over ice
Fill glasses with ice (about 1 cup per glass). Pour chilled tea over ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and 4 mint leaves if using.
Storage
Store leftover iced tea in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Stir before serving if separation occurs.