Lemon Iced Tea

Instructions

1. Steeping Tea:

1. Take a pan, pour some water.
2. Heat the pan over medium heat and bring the water to a boil. After the water boils, turn off the heat and add 2tbsps of black tea powder or place 6 tea bags to the pan. Add sugar. Mix very well.
   

   

3. Give the tea leaves 4-5 minutes to steep in the water. You can steep for 2-3 minutes for a milder tea flavor. If using green tea, steep for 2 minutes.
4. Add 3tbsps of lemon juice once the tea has steeped in the hot water. Add 4tbsps of lemon juice if you’d like it to taste more lemony. Stir with a spoon.
5. Next, strain the lemon tea through a tea strainer into a heat-resistant steel or glass jar.
6. Allow the lemon tea to cool at room temperature. You can refrigerate it afterwards.

2. Making Iced Tea:

1. Place 4-5 ice cubes in a glass for serving. You can adjust the amount to suit your taste. If you’re using chilled iced tea straight from the fridge, ice cubes don’t need to be added.
2. Pour the lemon tea in the glass.
3. Garnish with a lemon slice or a sprig of mint leaves. Adding lemon slices is optional.

3. To Serve:

1. Serve the lemon iced tea instantly. Use a spoon or stirrer to mix your lemon iced tea while you’re sipping.
   

   

Note:

1. If not serving the iced tea the same day, refrigerate it. It stays fresh for 2 to 3 days in the fridge.
2. Do not leave it outside as it may start to ferment.