Lemonade Iced Tea
Refreshing homemade lemonade iced tea, perfect for hot summer days.
10 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- 4 tea bags (black or green tea)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Ice cubes
Nutrition Facts
120Calories
0gProtein
30gCarbs
0gFat
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Instructions
1
Boil 2 cups of water in a small saucepan. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
2
Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until completely dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature.
3
In a pitcher, combine the remaining 2 cups of cold water with the fresh lemon juice. Stir well.
4
Add the cooled tea mixture to the pitcher with lemon water. Stir to combine.
5
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill thoroughly.
6
Serve over ice cubes and garnish with lemon slices.
Chef's Tips
- Tea Choice: Use black tea for a stronger flavor or green tea for a lighter taste.
- Sweetness: Adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference. You can also use honey or agave syrup as alternatives.
- Citrus Twist: Add a splash of orange juice for a different citrus flavor.
- Herbal Touch: Add fresh mint leaves for a refreshing herbal note.
- Storage: Keep refrigerated and consume within 2 days for best flavor.
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