As the summer sun shines bright, there’s nothing like a glass of refreshing classic iced tea to quench your thirst.
Ingredients:
- 1 quart (4 cups) water
- 4 tea bags (black tea or any variety of your choice)
- 1 cup granulated white sugar (or to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices or lemon juice (optional)
Instructions:
- In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
- Add the tea bags and let them steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on your desired tea strength.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until it’s completely dissolved.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate it for at least 2 hours.
- Serve the classic iced tea over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices or a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.
Nutrition Chart (per serving):
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 0g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 32g
- Sugars: 32g
- Protein: 0g
- Caffeine: 40mg
Tips and Variations:
- Sweeten it up: Try using honey, agave syrup, or stevia for a different flavor profile.
- Fruit infusion: Add slices of citrus fruits, berries, or cucumbers to the tea for added flavor and nutrients.
- Spice it up: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom to give your tea a unique twist.
- Tea varieties: Experiment with green tea, white tea, or herbal teas like peach tea or mint tea.
- Iced tea latte: Mix iced tea with milk or a non-dairy alternative and a drizzle of honey for a creamy treat.
- Sun tea: Steep tea bags in a glass jar and let it sit in the sun for a few hours for a refreshing, low-caf.