Iced Tea

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Classic homemade black tea brewed cold or hot for a crisp, refreshing summer drink
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This classic homemade iced tea is the ultimate summer refresher. Brewed with simple black tea bags and water, it offers a clean, tannic flavor that is perfectly balanced and smooth. The cold-brew method yields a naturally low-caffeine, less bitter cup, while the hot-brew method provides a robust, traditional taste. Serve it plain, with a slice of lemon, or sweetened to your liking. It&# 226;€™s an easy, vegan-friendly beverage that pairs well with picnics, barbecues, or a quiet afternoon on the porch. A staple for any household, this recipe ensures you always have a pitcher of crisp, thirst-quenching tea ready to go.

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Iced Tea

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 0.0

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This classic homemade iced tea is the ultimate summer refresher. Brewed with simple black tea bags and water, it offers a clean, tannic flavor that is perfectly balanced and smooth. The cold-brew method yields a naturally low-caffeine, less bitter cup, while the hot-brew method provides a robust, traditional taste. Serve it plain, with a slice of lemon, or sweetened to your liking. It&# 226;€™s an easy, vegan-friendly beverage that pairs well with picnics, barbecues, or a quiet afternoon on the porch. A staple for any household, this recipe ensures you always have a pitcher of crisp, thirst-quenching tea ready to go.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Fill a 1-gallon pitcher or container with cold water.
  2. Add 6 black tea bags to the water.
  3. Cover the container and refrigerate overnight (at least 8 hours) for cold brewing.
  4. Alternatively, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan.
  5. Pour the boiling water over the tea bags in a heat-proof pitcher.
  6. Let the tea steep for 10-15 seconds, then cover and let stand for 30 minutes to finish steeping.
  7. Remove the tea bags and discard.
  8. Add cold water to the pitcher until it is full.
  9. Stir well and serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 0.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.0g0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 0.0g0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: iced tea, black tea, homemade, refreshing, summer drink, cold brew, beverage, vegan, easy recipe, thirst quencher
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