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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Flavoring
Garnish (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil the Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Flavoring the Tea
- 4
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 2 tablespoons of lemon juice to the brewed tea.
- 5
Sweeten (Optional)
If desired, add 3 tablespoons of sugar to the tea, stirring until completely dissolved.
Chilling the Tea
- 6
Cool Down
Allow the tea to cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 7
Refrigerate
Once cooled, transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until thoroughly chilled.
Serving the Tea
- 8
Serve Over Ice
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
- 9
Garnish
Garnish each glass with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves, if desired.
