Freshly Brewed Iced Or Sweet Tea Recipe
Make Freshly Brewed Iced Or Sweet 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
Sweetener (optional)
Flavor Enhancements (optional)
Serving
Method
Preparation of Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once boiling, remove from heat and add the 4 black tea bags to the water. Let steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the water and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener (Optional)
If desired, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar, honey, or 1 tsp of stevia while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
Cooling the Tea
- 5
Chill the Tea
Allow the brewed tea to cool down to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 1 hour until cold.
Serving the Iced Tea
- 6
Prepare Glasses
Fill glasses with 2 cups of ice cubes and pour 2 cups of cold water into each glass.
- 7
Pour Tea Over Ice
Pour the chilled sweetened tea over the ice and cold water mixture in each glass.
- 8
Garnish (Optional)
Garnish with lemon slices, fresh mint leaves, or peach slices as desired.
