Simple Syrup Iced Tea
Quench your thirst with this effortlessly refreshing Simple Syrup Iced Tea recipe, perfect for sunny days or any time you crave a cool, delicious beverage. Made with robust black tea steeped to perfection and sweetened with a homemade simple syrup, this drink strikes the ideal balance of bold flavor and customizable sweetness. The addition of cold water ensures a smooth, mellow sip, while ice cubes keep it crisp and invigorating. Garnish it with fresh lemon slices or fragrant mint leaves for a delightful finishing touch that elevates both taste and presentation. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy iced tea recipe is a crowd-pleaser that you’ll return to again and again. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or a simple afternoon indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Water
- 3 pieces Black tea bags
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 4 cups Cold water
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- Optional: Lemon slices or fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
Once the water comes to a boil, remove it from heat and add 3 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for 5 minutes.
While the tea is steeping, make the simple syrup by combining 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar in another small saucepan.
Heat the sugar and water mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
After 5 minutes of steeping, remove and discard the tea bags. Pour the brewed tea into a large pitcher.
Add the cooled simple syrup to the brewed tea and mix well.
Pour 4 cups of cold water into the pitcher to dilute the tea and adjust the sweetness to taste.
Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the iced tea over the ice.
Optionally, garnish with lemon slices or fresh mint leaves before serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Simple Syrup Iced Tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
767 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 201.6 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 200.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 20 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.
