Iced Tea Recipe
Make 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
Flavorings
Serving
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea Bags
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 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 and discard them.
Sweetening & Flavoring
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until it is fully dissolved.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice
Mix in 1 cup of lemon juice for added flavor.
- 6
Add Mint Leaves
Stir in 1 cup of fresh mint leaves, allowing them to infuse their flavor into the tea.
