Homemade lemon iced tea is a refreshing and easy-to-make beverage perfect for hot days. Here’s how to make this delicious drink with fresh lemon and brewed tea:
- Ingredients: Gather the following ingredients: black tea bags, fresh lemons, granulated sugar, and water.
- Brew Tea: Brew 4 cups of black tea using 4 black tea bags. Let the tea steep for about 5 minutes, then remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.
- Juice Lemons: Juice enough lemons to yield about 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice.
- Make Simple Syrup: In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let the simple syrup cool.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the cooled tea, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the lemon iced tea over the ice. Garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves if desired.
- Storage: Store any leftover lemon iced tea in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
By following this recipe, you can enjoy homemade lemon iced tea, a refreshing and easy-to-make beverage perfect for summer.
