Mint Iced Tea Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

Refreshing and cooling tea infused with mint leaves.

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Ingredients

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1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2
Add Tea Bags and Mint
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat. Add the black tea bags and fresh mint leaves. Let it steep for about 5-7 minutes.
3
Sweeten (if desired)
If you prefer sweet tea, add sugar while the tea is still warm and stir until dissolved.
4
Strain the Mixture
Remove the tea bags and strain the mixture to remove the mint leaves.
5
Cool the Tea
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
6
Serve
In a glass, add ice cubes, pour the chilled mint tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices.