Lemon Iced Tea
This cool and zingy lemon iced tea hits the spot on hot days. With just four ingredients and ten minutes of prep, you'll have the perfect summer drink ready to enjoy!
Ingredients
- 5 1/4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons black tea powder
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- Ice cubes as needed
- lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the water in a pot until it bubbles and steams.
- Add tea and sugar after turning off heat. Mix well and let sit for 4-5 minutes.
- Pour in lemon juice and stir until everything mixes well together.
- Strain the tea into a glass jar or pitcher and let cool at room temperature.
- Add ice to glasses, put in lemon slices, and pour your cool tea over the ice.
Notes
- Make it less sweet by using 1/4 cup sugar instead of 1/2 cup.
- Try green tea for a lighter taste with less caffeine.
- Add mint leaves on top for a fresh twist that looks pretty.
- Store in fridge for up to 3 days in a closed container.