Pescatarian Classic Mint Iced Tea
There is something undeniably refreshing about a tall glass of iced tea on a warm day, and this mint-infused 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 note that bottled or powdered mixes simply cannot replicate. The homemade simple syrup is a small but brilliant touch — it dissolves seamlessly into cold liquid, so every sip is evenly sweetened without any grainy residue at the bottom of your glass. You control exactly how sweet you want it by adding the syrup gradually, which makes this recipe endlessly adaptable to your taste. A few lemon rounds and a sprig of fresh mint on top turn a humble pitcher drink into something that looks genuinely impressive on a table. It comes together with pantry staples and a little patience in the fridge, making it an easy go-to for everything from casual weeknight dinners to backyard gatherings.
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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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