I debated making this post because it hardly feels like a recipe - there is almost no effort required! But this iced tea is reminiscent of the sun tea my mom used to make while I was growing up, and it is a staple in my life now. And honestly, I don't even care that it breaks every rule in the proper tea-drinking book. It's delicious, and that's enough for me. I can drink it all day long without guilt, since there is just enough sugar in it to take out the edge off from the over-steeped tea tannins. This is a great drink if you are wanting to cut out or reduce the amount of pop you drink, but aren't a huge fan of plain water.
Typically, I double this recipe, so these proportions can be adapted to suit your needs. I have also had great success by substituting the orange pekoe for Twinnings Earl Grey. I find bottled lemon juice in this drink to taste the best. I have used fresh lemons before... and honestly, it's not the same. But, feel free if you prefer the taste of fresh lemon juice yourself.
Recipe
Author: Amanda
Difficulty: easy
Makes 1 litre
Ingredients
- 2 orange pekoe tea bags
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 litre boiling water
Place tea bags in heat-proof glass or plastic pitcher. Add boiling water, and let steep at least two hours. Remove tea bags, add sugar and lemon juice. Stir well. Chill well before serving.
Step-by-Step Photos
Toss a couple tea bags in a heat-resistant pitcher or glass jar. Super easy!
Bring a litre of water to boil.
Add the boiling water to the tea bags. Also easy!
Steep for at least two hours. It's totally okay if you let it sit for even longer - I actually forgot about this until the next morning. It's still delicious.
Remove the tea bags so you can add the sugar and lemon juice. Stir well, or all the sugar will sit at the bottom.
Serve well chilled. This ice tea is my addiction. I really can't get enough. Ever.
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