Failproof Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and incredibly easy Failproof Iced Tea recipe, perfect for sunny days or effortless entertaining. This foolproof method ensures perfectly brewed black tea every time, striking the ideal balance between bold flavor and smooth sweetness. Customize it to your liking with a hint of granulated sugar, a splash of zesty lemon, or the aromatic touch of fresh mint leaves. The secret lies in brewing the tea just right and instantly cooling it with ice to lock in its crisp, clean taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing iced tea is the ultimate go-to beverage for a summer afternoon or a casual gathering. Whether served by the pitcher or glass, it guarantees a thirst-quenching delight every time.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 count Black tea bags
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- 4 cups Ice cubes
- 4 count Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)
- 6 count Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized pot.
Once the water reaches a rolling boil, remove it from the heat and immediately add the 4 black tea bags.
Let the tea steep for 4-5 minutes. Avoid over-steeping, as this can make the tea taste bitter.
Remove the tea bags and gently squeeze them to extract excess liquid, then discard the tea bags.
While the tea is still warm, stir in the granulated sugar (if using) until fully dissolved. Adjust the sugar quantity to your desired sweetness.
In a large heatproof pitcher, add 4 cups of ice cubes and pour the warm tea over the ice. The ice will cool the tea quickly and dilute it to the perfect strength.
Taste the iced tea and adjust sweetness, if needed. Stir well to combine.
Serve the iced tea in glasses filled with additional ice cubes. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and fresh mint leaves, if desired.
Store any leftover tea in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
61 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 49 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 7 mg | 0% | |
*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.
