Almond Free Classic Mint Iced Tea
There is something deeply refreshing about a glass of iced tea that actually tastes like it was made with care, and this mint version delivers exactly that. Fresh mint leaves are steeped right alongside the black tea bags, so the herbal flavor is woven into every sip rather than just floating on top. A quick homemade simple syrup lets you control the sweetness — start with half and adjust to your own taste, which is a small step that makes a big difference. The whole thing comes together in one pitcher and chills in the fridge until you're ready to pour it over ice. Lemon rounds and extra mint sprigs make for a gorgeous, summery presentation if you want to dress it up for guests. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-reading required — just clean, bright flavor from start to finish.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water, divided
- 4 black tea bags
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed
For the simple syrup
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the simple syrup: combine the sugar and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- 2
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat, add the tea bags and fresh mint leaves, and steep for 5 minutes.
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