Jul 14 2026
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Iced Tea/sweet Tea Recipe

Inspired by Screen Door
Time30m
Serves4

Quench your thirst with our refreshing iced tea, brewed to perfection and served chilled. Choose between classic unsweetened or our delightful sweet tea, infused with just the right amount of sweetness. Perfectly brewed and garnished with a slice of lemon, this drink is the ultimate companion for a warm day or a relaxing afternoon.

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Ingredients

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Iced Tea Ingredients

Method

Preparation Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Steep Tea

    Remove the saucepan from heat and add the tea bags. Let them steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you want the tea.

  3. 3

    Remove Tea Bags

    After steeping, remove the tea bags and discard them.

  4. 4

    Sweeten Tea

    While the tea is still warm, add 1 cup of sugar and stir until dissolved.

  5. 5

    Chill the Tea

    Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

  6. 6

    Serve

    To serve, fill a glass with ice cubes, pour the chilled sweet tea over the ice, and garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves if desired.

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