Refreshing Lemon Iced Tea Recipe 🍋🧊
As the days grow warmer, there’s nothing quite like a refreshing glass of lemon iced tea to cool you down. This easy-to-make beverage is perfect for any time of day, whether you’re lounging on the porch, hosting a summer gathering, or just need a quick pick-me-up. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delightful drink that combines the robust flavor of black tea with the bright zing of fresh lemon. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Ingredients:
- 2 black tea bags 🫖
- ½ cup hot water 💧🔥
- 2 tablespoons sugar 🍬
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (juice from half a lemon) 🍋
- ½ cup cold water ❄️
- 1 cup ice 🧊
Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Tea:
Begin by placing the black tea bags into a teapot along with ½ cup of hot water. 🫖💧
2️⃣ Heat the Water:
Boil water on the stovetop or use an electric kettle with a temperature setting. For best results, set the water temperature to 195°F. 🔥🌡️
3️⃣ Steep the Tea:
Cover the teapot and allow the tea to steep for 5 minutes. After steeping, discard the tea bags to avoid bitterness. ⏱️
4️⃣ Sweeten and Flavor:
Stir in the sugar until it completely dissolves. Next, add the lemon juice and ½ cup of cold water, mixing thoroughly. 🍬🍋❄️
5️⃣ Cool the Tea:
Place the tea in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow it to cool down completely. ❄️🕒
6️⃣ Serve:
Once the tea has cooled, pour it into a glass filled with ice. Enjoy your refreshing lemon iced tea! 🍹🧊
Recipe Details:
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cooling Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 50 Kcal
- Servings: 1 serving
This Lemon Iced Tea is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and refreshing. It’s an easy and quick recipe that you can whip up whenever you crave a cool and tasty drink. Whether you’re making it for yourself or serving it at a summer event, this iced tea is sure to be a hit. Enjoy the taste of summer in every sip! 🌞🍋
Feel free to share your thoughts or any twists you’ve added to this recipe in the comments below. Cheers to staying cool and refreshed!
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Lemon Iced Tea 🍋🧊
- Total Time: 40min
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
2 black tea bags 🫖
½ cup hot water 💧🔥
2 tablespoons sugar 🍬
2 tablespoons lemon juice (juice from half a lemon) 🍋
½ cup cold water ❄️
1 cup ice 🧊
Instructions
1️⃣ Put tea bags and ½ cup of hot water into a teapot. 🫖💧
2️⃣ Boil water on the stovetop or use an electric kettle with a temperature setting. Set water temperature to 195°F. 🔥🌡️
3️⃣ Cover and steep for 5 minutes. Discard tea bags. Steeping for longer will make the tea bitter. ⏱️
4️⃣ Stir in sugar until it dissolves. Add lemon juice and ½ cup of cold water. 🍬🍋❄️
5️⃣ Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to cool. ❄️🕒
6️⃣ Pour cooled down tea into a cup with ice. 🍹🧊
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 30min
Nutrition
- Calories: 50 Kcal