Coconut Free Classic Mint Iced Tea
Few drinks hit quite like a tall glass of iced tea on a warm afternoon, and this mint version takes things up a notch with bright, herbal freshness in every sip. Steeping black tea alongside a generous handful of fresh mint leaves pulls out a naturally cooling flavor that no bottled version can replicate. The homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly how sweet you want it — start with half and taste as you go, because this one is all about personal preference. Straining the mint after steeping keeps the texture clean and the flavor smooth rather than grassy or overpowering. Everything here is straightforward pantry and produce-aisle stuff, with zero hidden additives or tropical-derived ingredients to worry about. Optional lemon rounds and fresh mint sprigs on top make it look effortlessly put-together, whether you're serving it to guests or just treating yourself on a Tuesday afternoon.
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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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