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Sun Tea Recipe Lipton

A refreshing and light beverage made by steeping tea in the sun, perfect for hot afternoons.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 Lipton tea bags or your preferred black tea
  • 1 quart of water filtered if possible
  • Optional: Fresh mint leaves lemon slices, or fruit (for flavoring)

Equipment

  • 1 large glass jar with a lid
  • Measuring cup
  • Long spoon for stirring
  • Strainer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Collect all your ingredients and equipment.
  2. Pour 1 quart of water into your glass jar.
  3. Place 4 Lipton tea bags into the jar of water.
  4. If desired, add fresh mint leaves, lemon slices, or fruits for added flavor.
  5. Put the lid on the jar to keep contaminants out.
  6. Set the jar outside in a sunny spot for about 3 hours.
  7. After 3 hours, check the tea for flavor.
  8. Remove the tea bags and give the tea a gentle stir.
  9. Serve it over ice with additional lemon or mint if desired.

Notes

For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients and avoid steeping too long.