Easy Ice Tea Clone Copycat of Lipton Ice Tea
Recreate the refreshing taste of your favorite summer beverage with this Easy Iced Tea Clone Copycat of Lipton Iced Tea! Crafted with just a handful of simple ingredients like robust black tea, a hint of fresh lemon juice, and perfectly balanced sweetness, this recipe delivers the familiar flavor you love—right in your own kitchen. With only 5 minutes of prep time and a quick steep, it’s an effortless way to enjoy crisp, chilled iced tea any time of year. Serve over ice for ultimate refreshment and garnish with lemon slices for an elegant touch. Perfect for picnics, backyard gatherings, or simply relaxing at home, this homemade iced tea is a versatile and budget-friendly option for tea lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Black tea bags
- 0.5 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 4 slices Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan or kettle.
Once boiling, remove the water from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea bags to steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and discard them. Stir in 0.5 cup of sugar while the tea is still warm to allow it to dissolve completely.
Add 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to the tea mixture and stir well.
Let the tea cool to room temperature, then transfer it to a pitcher and place it in the refrigerator to chill for about 1-2 hours.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the ice.
Optional: Garnish with lemon slices for a touch of freshness and presentation.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade copycat Lipton Ice Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
414 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 53 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
