Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavorings (optional)
Garnishes
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
- 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
Remove Tea Bags
Carefully remove the tea bags from the pot and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Adding Flavor
- 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
- 6
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.
- 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.