Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavor Additions (optional)
Serving
Method
Preparing the Tea Base
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let them steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
Cooling the Tea
Adding Flavor (Optional)
Enhance Flavor
If desired, add fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, or peach slices to the cooled tea. Stir gently to incorporate.
Serving the Iced Tea
Prepare Glasses
In a tall glass, fill with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Pour Tea
Pour the cooled tea over the ice until the glass is nearly full.
Garnish
Garnish with a lemon slice and serve immediately.