House Brewed Iced Tea (refills) Recipe
Make House Brewed Iced Tea (refills) Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (Optional)
Flavor Enhancers (Optional)
Garnish
Method
Brew the Tea
- 1
Step 1: Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
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Step 2: Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Step 3: Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the water.
Sweeten the Tea
- 4
Step 4: Add Sweetener
If desired, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of honey, or 0.5 cup of agave syrup while the tea is still warm. Stir until completely dissolved.
Add Flavor Enhancers
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Step 5: Enhance Flavor
To add flavor, mix in 0.5 cup of fresh lemon juice, 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, or 1 cup of peach slices to the brewed tea. Stir well.