The Ultimate Homemade Iced Tea Guide: Crisp, Customizable & Crazy Refreshing
Learn how to make the perfect homemade Iced Tea—crisp, refreshing, and totally customizable. Skip the store-bought stuff and craft your own pitcher today!
6 servings
"southern-us"
Ingredients
Instructions
Boil 6 cups filtered water, then remove from heat.
Add 6–8 black tea bags (or 3 tbsp loose-leaf), cover, and steep for 3–5 minutes.
Stir in ¼ cup granulated sugar until dissolved.
Discard tea bags and cool to room temperature.
Transfer to pitcher, add 1 sliced lemon, and chill for 2+ hours.
Serve over ice with fresh mint leaves or peach/raspberry slices.
