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Iced Looseleaf Tea Recipe

Inspired by Lona's Lil Eats
Time30m
Serves4

Make Iced Looseleaf Tea Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Tea Base

Sweetener (optional)

Flavor Additions (optional)

Ice

Method

Brewing the Tea

1

Boil Water

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.

2

Add Looseleaf Tea

Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 tablespoons of looseleaf black tea.

3

Steep the Tea

Cover the saucepan and let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.

4

Strain the Tea

After steeping, strain the tea into a heatproof pitcher using a fine mesh strainer to remove the loose tea leaves.

Sweetening (if desired)

5

Add Sweetener

If you want sweet tea, stir in 2 tablespoons of honey or sugar while the tea is still warm to help it dissolve.

Cooling and Serving

6

Cool the Tea

Let the brewed tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.

7

Prepare Ice and Flavors

In a glass, add 1 cup of ice cubes, and if desired, add lemon juice, mint leaves, and fresh fruit.

8

Pour and Enjoy

Pour the chilled tea over the ice and flavor additions. Stir gently and enjoy your refreshing iced looseleaf tea!

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