Homemade Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this refreshing and easy Homemade Iced Tea recipe that’s perfect for warm days or a cozy afternoon. Made with just tea bags, water, and your choice of optional sweeteners or garnishes like lemon and mint, this versatile beverage can be tailored to your taste. Whether you crave a bold black tea base, a soothing herbal blend, or an energizing green tea, this recipe delivers a crisp, flavorful drink in just minutes. With a simple steeping process and cooling time, it’s an effortless way to enjoy a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Serve over ice for ultimate refreshment, and don’t forget the fresh mint or lemon slices for a sophisticated touch. Perfectly balanced and endlessly customizable, this iced tea is your go-to solution for a revitalizing sip at any gathering or on a quiet afternoon.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups Water
- 4 pieces Tea bags (black, green, or herbal)
- 4 tablespoons Sugar (optional)
- 1 piece Lemon (optional, for garnish)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 6 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot or kettle.
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add the 4 tea bags to the hot water.
Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
Remove the tea bags and discard them. If you prefer sweetened iced tea, stir in 4 tablespoons of sugar while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature, which may take about 30 minutes.
Fill a large pitcher halfway with ice cubes (approximately 2 cups).
Pour the cooled tea into the pitcher over the ice cubes.
If desired, slice the lemon and add it to the pitcher for a hint of citrus. You can also garnish with fresh mint leaves for added flavor.
Serve the iced tea in glasses over additional ice cubes and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 60 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.1 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 75 mg | 2% | |
*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.
