Tea (gallon) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 8 tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on your preferred strength.
- 3
Add Sugar
After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved.
- 4
Cool Down
Let the tea cool to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 5
Add Optional Ingredients
If desired, add 2 slices of lemon and 10 mint leaves for added flavor.
- 6
Refrigerate
Transfer the tea to a gallon pitcher and refrigerate until chilled, approximately 2 hours.

