Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsWalker's Drive InUnsweet Tea Recipe

Unsweet Tea Recipe

Inspired by Walker's Drive In
Time20m
Serves4

A la carte

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Ingredients

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Tea Ingredients

Optional Additions

Method

Brewing the Tea

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

  2. 2

    Add Tea Leaves

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 2 tablespoons of black tea leaves.

  3. 3

    Steep the Tea

    Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.

  4. 4

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, strain the tea into a pitcher to remove the tea leaves.

  5. 5

    Cool the Tea

    Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill.

Serving Suggestions

  1. 6

    Serve the Tea

    Pour the chilled tea into glasses filled with ice.

  2. 7

    Add Optional Additions

    If desired, garnish each glass with a slice of lemon or a few fresh mint leaves.

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