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Lemon iced tea with lemon slices and ice cubes
Refreshing simple lemon iced tea

Classic Lemon Iced Tea

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
The secret to perfect iced tea isn't ice, but cooling speed and tannin management. Steeping tea too long releases bitter tannins that even sugar can't mask. This recipe uses 'shock-cooling': diluting a strong hot concentrate with cold ingredients to keep flavors fresh and the tea crystal clear.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 45 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Heatproof Pitcher
  • Large Glass Pitcher
  • Long Spoon
  • Citrus Juicer

Instructions

1 ✓

Steep the tea bags in 2 cups of boiling water for exactly 3-5 minutes. Watch the clock!

Tip: Bitter tannins release heavily after 5 minutes. Short steeping keeps the taste crisp.
2 ✓

Remove bags (don't squeeze!), then immediately stir in honey/sugar until dissolved.

Tip: Sugar crystals dissolve instantly in hot liquid, whereas they would just settle at the bottom in cold.
3 ✓

Pour in the ice-cold water and fresh lemon juice.

Tip: Always add lemon last. Heat destroys Vitamin C and fresh citrus aromas.
4 ✓

Fill a pitcher with plenty of ice and pour the lukewarm tea over it.

Tip: Plenty of ice shock-cools the drink, preventing it from turning cloudy (clouding).
5 ✓

Serve garnished with lemon wheels and a sprig of mint slapped between your palms.

Tip: Slapping the mint releases its essential oils for a burst of fragrance.

Recipe FAQ

Why is my tea cloudy?
Slow cooling causes tea compounds to precipitate. Cooling it down to room temp slowly often causes this. Shock-cooling with ice/cold water keeps it clear.
Can I use green tea?
Yes, but use cooler water (approx. 175°F) or it will be bitter.

Ingredients

  • 2 bags Black Tea (or 1 tsp loose leaf)
  • 2 cups Boiling Water
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 2 tbsp Honey or Sugar
  • 2 cups Ice Cold Water
  • 10 whole Ice Cubes
  • 4 slices Lemon (for garnish)
  • 5 leaves Fresh Mint