Prepare homemade lemon iced tea with me, a fresh, light, thirst-quenching summer drink, preservative-free, and very easy to make. You only need a few ingredients to get an entire bottle of genuine tea, perfect for the beach, a trip, the office, or just to keep in the fridge for the whole family!
With this tested recipe, you’ll get a fragrant, well-balanced tea, sweet enough and with the natural scent of lemon. Start with a base of black tea or Earl Grey, add slices of fresh lemon, sugar or honey to taste, and… it’s done!
Perfect for kids, ideal for those looking for a preservative-free drink, it can also be customized with mint leaves, honey, or spices like ginger for an extra touch.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Rest time: 2 Hours
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 1 Piece
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons, Summer
Ingredients
- 4.2 cups water
- 2 bags black tea
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2/3 cup sugar
Tools
- Saucepan
Steps for Homemade Lemon Iced Tea
Bring 1 liter (or 4.2 cups) of water to a boil in a saucepan.
Turn off the heat, immerse the tea bags, and let them brew for 5 minutes.
Remove the bags and immediately add the sugar (or honey). Stir well until it is completely dissolved.
When the tea is lukewarm, add the juice from a fresh lemon (about 1/3 cup) strained through a sieve.
Pour the tea into a 1-liter (or 4.2 cups) glass bottle.
Add a few slices of lemon with the peel (well washed) and, if you like, mint leaves or ginger.
Close the bottle and let it cool in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
Serve very cold, with ice and a lemon slice for garnish!
Storage of Lemon Iced Tea
Homemade lemon iced tea can be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 days in a well-sealed bottle. I recommend adding the lemon slices just before serving if you want to avoid too bitter a taste over time.
Tips
Adding fresh lemon juice when the tea is lukewarm retains all the aroma and vitamin C.
Add a pinch of baking soda (just a little!) if you want even clearer tea.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use pre-squeezed lemon juice?
Better not. Freshly squeezed juice gives a much more natural and fragrant taste.
What is the best tea to use?
Classic black tea or Earl Grey for a strong flavor, green tea for a more delicate and detox version.
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