Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener (optional)
Flavoring (optional)
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium heat.
- 2
Steep the Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Let it steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags and discard them.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sweetener
If you prefer sweetened iced tea, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar or honey into the warm tea until completely dissolved.
Flavoring the Tea
- 5
Add Flavor
For extra flavor, you can add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and stir. Optionally, add 10 fresh mint leaves for a refreshing taste.