Description
A refreshing homemade iced lemon tea made with brewed black tea, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for hot days and easy to prepare in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 3 black tea bags
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 to 6 lemon slices
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 4 to 6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or saucepan.
- Place the tea bags into a heatproof pitcher and pour the hot water over them.
- Allow the tea to steep for 4 to 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until completely dissolved.
- Add the fresh lemon juice and mix gently.
- Allow the tea to cool slightly.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea over the ice.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh mint leaves before serving.
Notes
- Use filtered water for the cleanest tea flavor.
- Adjust sweetness depending on preference.
- Chill the tea before serving for the most refreshing taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: iced lemon tea, homemade iced tea, refreshing lemon tea drink, summer tea recipe