Equipment
Ingredients
Brewing
- 960 ml water
- 8 black tea bags
Mixing and Finishing
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 90 ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 960 ml water, cold
- 400 g ice
- 1 lemon, sliced
Nutrition (per serving)
Method
Heat 960ml of water in a kettle or saucepan until it reaches a rolling boil at 100°C (212°F).
Remove the water from the heat source, submerge the tea bags, and allow them to steep for 5 minutes.
Lift the tea bags out, press gently to extract remaining liquid, and discard the bags.
Transfer the hot tea concentrate into a pitcher.
Add 100g of sugar to the hot liquid and stir until the granules have completely dissolved.
Stir in the lemon juice and the remaining 960ml of cold water.
Add 400g of ice to the pitcher and stir to begin cooling the mixture.
Check the sweetness level and stir in more sugar if necessary.
Cover the pitcher and store in the refrigerator until the tea is thoroughly chilled.
Pour the tea into glasses over fresh ice and add a lemon slice for garnish if using.
Chef's Notes
- For optimal flavor, use a good quality black tea. While tea bags are convenient, loose-leaf tea can offer a more nuanced taste.
- Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved in the hot tea concentrate. Undissolved sugar can create a gritty texture.
- Don't over-steep the tea bags, as this can lead to a bitter flavor. Stick to the recommended 5 minutes.
- Adjust the sugar and lemon juice to your personal preference. The recipe provides a guideline, but taste and adjust as you go.
- Chilling the tea thoroughly is crucial for the best flavor and refreshing quality. Overnight chilling can further meld the flavors.
Storage
Refrigerator: 2 days — Store in a sealed pitcher to prevent the tea from absorbing refrigerator odors.
