Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Preparation
Serving
Method
Tea Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brew Tea
Once boiling, remove the saucepan from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Let steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Sweeten the Tea
After the tea has steeped, remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
- 4
Cool Down
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled, about 1-2 hours.
- 5
Add Lemon
Once chilled, add in 1 cup of lemon slices for flavor.
Serving
- 6
Prepare Glasses
Fill tall glasses with 3 cups of ice cubes.
- 7
Pour Tea
Pour the chilled sweetened tea over the ice in each glass.
- 8
Garnish
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves to taste.