Fresh Sweet Brewed Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Ingredients
Serving Ingredients
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 teaspoons of loose black tea leaves or 4 tea bags. Allow it to steep for about 5 minutes for a strong flavor. Adjust steeping time based on your taste preference.
- 3
- 4
Add Fresh Flavors
If desired, add 5 fresh mint leaves and 2 lemon slices for extra flavor. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Serving the Tea
- 5
Prepare the Glasses
Fill a glass with ice cubes from the tray to chill the tea.
- 6
Pour the Brewed Tea
Pour the cooled brewed tea over the ice cubes in the glass.
- 7
Enhance with Lemon Juice
Add 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to the tea for a refreshing twist.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Garnish with additional mint leaves or lemon slices if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing sweet brewed tea!