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Lipton Iced Tea Recipe

Homemade Lipton-style iced tea with adjustable sweetness and strength, perfect for hot afternoons and gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 8 cups water divided into 2 cups hot and 6 cups cold
  • 6 to 8 Lipton black tea bags
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar adjusted to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice optional
  • Ice cubes as needed for serving

Equipment

  • Large kettle or pot
  • 2-quart pitcher or glass container
  • Measuring spoons
  • Measuring cups
  • Small whisk or teaspoon
  • Long-handled spoon
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Fill a kettle with 2 cups of water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
  2. Pour the boiling water into a 2-quart pitcher and add 6 to 8 Lipton tea bags.
  3. Allow the tea bags to steep undisturbed for 5 to 8 minutes, depending on desired strength.
  4. Carefully remove the tea bags using a spoon or strainer, avoiding squeezing to prevent bitterness.
  5. While the tea is still hot, stir in 1/2 to 3/4 cup granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
  6. Add 1/8 teaspoon of salt and 2 to 3 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, stirring to combine.
  7. Pour in 6 cups of cold water and stir thoroughly to dilute and cool the tea.
  8. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until fully chilled.
  9. Serve the iced tea over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices or fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Make a batch at the start of your week and store it in the refrigerator for up to 7 days for easy access to cold tea.