Hey Lykkers! Looking for a super refreshing drink to beat the heat? This classic iced tea recipe is perfect for any occasion and super easy to make.
Whether you’re lounging at home or hosting a get-together, it’s the ideal way to stay cool. Let’s dive into this simple recipe that’s guaranteed to be a hit!
<h3> Ingredients:</h3>
• <b>4 black tea bags:</b> Choose a high-quality black tea for a robust flavor. You can also use green tea or herbal tea if you prefer.
• <b>4 cups boiling water:</b> This will be used to steep the tea bags.
• <b>1/4 cup granulated sugar:</b> Adjust to your taste preference. You can substitute with honey, agave syrup, or a sugar substitute if desired.
• <b>1/2 cup cold water:</b> Added to help cool the tea faster and dilute the concentration slightly.
• <b> Ice cubes:</b> Enough to fill your serving glasses and to chill the tea.
• <b> Lemon slices (optional):</b> For a citrusy twist and garnish.
• <b> Fresh mint leaves (optional):</b> Adds a refreshing aroma and flavor.
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<h3> Instructions: </h3>
<b>1. Prepare the Tea:</b>
Begin by boiling 4 cups of water. Use a kettle or pot to boil the water.
Place 4 black tea bags into a large, heatproof pitcher. You can use any clean pitcher that can withstand the heat of boiling water.
<b>2. Steep the Tea:</b>
Once the water has reached a boil, carefully pour it over the tea bags in the pitcher. Make sure the tea bags are completely underwater.
Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor will be. For a lighter tea, steep for a shorter time.
<b>3. Sweeten the Tea:</b>
After steeping, remove the tea bags from the pitcher. Stir in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar while the tea is still warm. This helps the sugar dissolve more easily.
If you prefer an unsweetened version, you can skip this step or adjust the amount of sugar to taste.
<b>4. Cool the Tea:</b>
Add 1/2 cup of cold water to the pitcher to help the tea cool down more quickly.
Let the tea cool down to room temperature.
Once it’s no longer warm, transfer the pitcher to the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours.
<b>5. Serve:</b>
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
For an added touch of freshness, garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint if desired.
So, how does that sound, Lykkers? Ready to whip up some refreshing iced tea for your next gathering or chill-out session? We’d love to hear how your batch turns out—did you add any fun twists or flavor combos?
Share your thoughts and pictures in the comments—we are excited to see your iced tea creations!
