Unsweetened Iced Tea Recipe
Make Unsweetened Iced Tea 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
Flavor Enhancements (optional)
Method
Tea Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep 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
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan. Be cautious not to squeeze the bags to avoid bitterness.
- 4
Cool the Tea
Let the tea cool to room temperature for about 10-15 minutes.
Serving
- 5
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with ice cubes (about 1 cup of ice per glass).
- 6
Pour Tea
Pour the cooled unsweetened tea over the ice cubes in each glass, filling them to the top.
- 7
Garnish (Optional)
Add a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves to each glass for added flavor and garnish, if desired.