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Lipton Iced Tea

A refreshing homemade iced tea that's easy to make and perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 cups water
  • 4 tea bags Lipton black tea
  • 1 cup granulated sugar or to taste
  • Fresh lemon slices optional, for garnish
  • Mint leaves optional, for garnish

Equipment

  • Tea kettle or pot
  • Measuring cup
  • Pitcher
  • Stirring spoon
  • Ice cubes

Method
 

  1. Start by bringing 6 cups of water to a rolling boil in a kettle or pot.
  2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the 4 tea bags.
  3. Let them steep for about 5 minutes for a robust flavor.
  4. After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in the 1 cup of granulated sugar while the tea is still warm.
  5. Allow the tea to cool at room temperature for a bit, then transfer it to the refrigerator.
  6. When ready to serve, fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the chilled tea over the top.
  7. If desired, add fresh lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish.
  8. Take a sip and enjoy your refreshing homemade iced tea.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness to your taste; you can always add more sugar, but you can't take it out!