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Ingredients
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Tea Preparation
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, 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 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
Serving the Iced Tea
- 4
Prepare the Glasses
In a tall glass, add 3 cups of ice cubes.
- 5
Pour the Tea
Pour the cooled sweetened tea over the ice cubes, filling the glass about 3/4 full.
- 6
Add Garnishes
Garnish your iced tea with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves to taste.
- 7
Serve
Stir gently and serve immediately for a refreshing drink.