Jul 14 2026

Iced Tea Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Iced Tea Recipe in just 30m. 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)

Garnishes

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    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.

  3. 3

    Remove Tea Bags

    Carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.

Sweetening the Tea

  1. 4

    Add Sweetener

    While the tea is still warm, add your choice of sweetener (sugar, honey, or stevia) to taste. Stir well to ensure it is fully dissolved.

Adding Flavor

  1. 5

    Incorporate Flavorings

    If desired, add fresh lemon juice, mint leaves, or peach slices to the tea for additional flavor. Stir gently.

Cooling and Serving

  1. 6

    Cool the Tea

    Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.

  2. 7

    Serve

    To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the chilled tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and additional mint leaves if desired.

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