Chestnut Free Classic Mint Iced Tea
Few drinks hit the spot quite like a tall glass of iced tea on a warm afternoon, and this mint version takes that classic comfort to a whole new level. Steeping fresh mint leaves right alongside the black tea bags pulls out a bright, herbal flavor that no bottled version can match. The homemade simple syrup lets you dial in the sweetness exactly how you like it — start with half and taste as you go. Straining the brew through a fine-mesh strainer keeps everything silky smooth, and pressing gently on the spent mint makes sure none of that flavor goes to waste. A couple of hours in the fridge and you've got a beautifully chilled pitcher ready to pour over ice. Lemon rounds and a fresh mint sprig on top make it look like something from a garden party, even if you're just sitting on your back porch. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass.
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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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