Homemade Lemon Iced Tea

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A cool, citrus-scented glass of iced tea is a lovely antidote to the summer heat, instantly providing a much-needed pick-me-up. Ditch the store bought ones that are full of refined sugar, artificial ingredients and high in calories. Making your own iced tea at home with the real fruit is definitely tastier and healthier.

The Lemon Iced Tea recipe brings together the classic charm of ice tea with the vibrant zing of fresh citrus.
WHY THIS RECIPE WILL BECOME YOUR NEW FAVORITE

There’s a lot to love about this Homemade Lemon Iced Tea. Here’s what makes it a favorite in my home:
  • PERFECT SUMMER BEVERAGE: Whether it is a pool party, BBQ with friends or family or just a relaxing day at home, this is the ultimate thirst-quencher for summer.
  • EASY AND QUICK: You only need few basic ingredients and 10 minutes (and some time to chill) to make the perfect homemade iced tea from scratch.
  • EASY TO CUSTOMIZE: This recipe is easily adaptable. You can brew it light or strong, drink it unsweetened or sweetened. Once you’ve got the iced tea perfect – the possibilities are endless.
  • HYDRATION WITH FLAVOR: This iced tea offers an incredibly refreshing way to stay hydrated, combining the health benefits of tea and citrus fruits in a single drink.


Here are some other refreshing Drinks that you can make this Summer: RECIPE VARIATIONS
  • MAKE IT STRONGER: Do you want your iced tea strong? Add an extra tea bag or two (or as many as you’d like) to the same amount of water and steep them for a more intense black tea flavor.
  • ADJUST THE SWEETNESS: You can adjust the sweetness of your iced tea by starting with a small amount of sugar (or other sweeteners such as honey or agave syrup) and adjust until you reach your desired level of sweetness.
  • MAKE IT FRUITY: Add a burst of fruit flavor by stirring in some fresh fruit slices. Strawberries, cherries, peaches, pineapple, or citrus wedges are all fantastic additions.


TIPS FOR MAKING THE BEST ICED TEA

Here are a few tips to keep in mind while making this Lemon Iced Tea:
  • Don’t let the tea steep longer than 10 minutes, or else it will turn bitter.
  • Be sure to measure the water. To prevent your tea from turning out too strong or too watery, measure the water to make sure you aren’t adding too much or too little.
  • Chill before serving. Refrigerate the brewed tea until it is thoroughly chilled. This helps the flavors to develop and ensures a refreshing and cool beverage.


If you made this Homemade Lemon Iced Tea, I would love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a comment below.



Homemade Lemon Iced Tea Homemade Lemon Iced Tea
Author: Happily Cooking
Cooking Time:
Chilling Time:
Servings: 4
Calories per serving: 33kcal




Ingredients:
  • 2 cups water
  • 2-3 black tea bags
  • 1/4 cup sugar, adjust as per taste
  • 2 cups cold water
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • Lemon slices, for serving
  • Mint leaves (optional, for serving)
  • Ice cubes (optional, for serving)

Instructions:
  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan. Add the tea bags and let them steep according to package directions for approximately 5 minutes.
  2. Once brewed, remove the tea bags. After 5 minutes, remove the tea bags, add in the sugar and stir until dissolved.
  3. Then, stir in 2 cups of cold water and the lemon juice.
  4. Mix well and allow the mixture to come to room temperature. Refrigerate until the iced tea cools down completely for 1 hour.
  5. Transfer the chilled iced tea to a pitcher. Serve with ice cubes, lemon slices and mint leaves, if desired.
  6. Enjoy!

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