Making Delicious Ice Tea
Summertime is the perfect time to enjoy a glass of ice tea, and making it yourself is surprisingly simple. Here’s how to make a delicious and refreshing homemade ice tea.
Ingredients for Ice Tea
- 6 tea bags (or 6 teaspoons of loose-leaf tea)
- 6 cups boiling water
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup of sugar, honey, or your favorite sweetener
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or large measuring cup, add the tea bags or tea leaves and pour over 6 cups of boiling water. Let steep for 4-5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags or strain the tea leaves and discard.
- Add the sugar, honey, or sweetener of your choice and stir until fully dissolved.
- Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice and stir to combine.
- Let the mixture cool for about an hour before transferring to an airtight container and storing in the refrigerator. It’s best if consumed within 3-4 days.
- For serving, pour the cold tea into a glass filled with ice.
Tips
- You can also make a large batch of iced tea by doubling the recipe.
- You can use regular white sugar, raw sugar, honey, or any alternative sweetener of your choice. The amount of sweetener will depend on your taste preferences.
- If you’re looking for extra flavor, feel free to add herbs such as mint, basil, or lemongrass to the steeped tea.
- If you’re short on time, you can make instant iced tea by combining 1/4 cup of tea concentrate with 1/4 cup of cold water in a glass.
That’s it! A simple and delicious homemade ice tea, perfect for summer refreshment. Enjoy!
