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Iced Tea

Iced Tea

A clear, refreshing iced tea with a smooth finish and balanced strength. Brewed hot, cooled properly, and served cold without bitterness.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 20
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup filtered water
  • 1 black tea bag
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Equipment

  • Electric Kettle
  • Heatproof Pitcher
  • Measuring cup

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 cup filtered water to a full boil.
  2. Place the black tea bag in a heatproof pitcher.
  3. Pour hot water over the tea bag and steep for 4 minutes until deep amber.
  4. Remove the tea bag without squeezing.
  5. Stir in sugar while the tea is still hot until fully dissolved.
  6. Let the tea cool for 2 minutes.
  7. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
  8. Pour the tea over the ice and stir gently.

Notes

Over-steeping is the fastest way to ruin iced tea, so keep it under five minutes.