Mustard Free Classic Mint Iced Tea
Few drinks hit quite like a tall glass of iced tea on a warm afternoon, and this mint-infused 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 clean, cooling flavor that no bottled version can really replicate. The homemade simple syrup lets you dial in exactly how sweet you want it, so it never ends up cloying or flat. Straining the steeped liquid through a fine-mesh sieve keeps everything crystal clear and smooth, with just the right amount of minty depth. A few lemon rounds and a sprig of fresh mint on top make it look effortlessly put-together, whether you're serving guests or just treating yourself. The whole process is beautifully straightforward — just a handful of pantry staples and about 40 minutes from start to first sip, most of which is hands-off chilling time. It's the kind of refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink that earns a permanent spot in your warm-weather rotation.
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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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