Hazelnut Free Classic Mint Iced Tea

Total time45 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

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Few drinks are as instantly refreshing as a tall glass of iced tea on a warm day, and this mint-infused version takes that classic comfort to a whole new level. Fresh mint leaves steep right alongside the black tea bags, weaving a cool, herbal note through every sip without any artificial flavoring or syrups you can't pronounce. The homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly how sweet you want it, so this is truly a drink built to your taste. Straining the steeped mint through a fine-mesh sieve keeps the texture perfectly smooth and clean, just the way a great iced tea should be. For anyone navigating nut allergies, this recipe is a breath of fresh air — every single ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify, with zero risk of hidden hazelnut oils or flavored tea blends that sometimes sneak in unexpected additives. Lemon rounds and a sprig of fresh mint on top make it look like something you'd order at a garden party, but it comes together with almost no effort at all. Make a pitcher ahead of time, let it chill, and you've got a crowd-pleasing drink ready to pour all afternoon.

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Ingredients

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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