Plain black tea is one of those drinks that quietly checks every box — refreshing, deeply flavorful, and completely free of anything that doesn't belong in a clean-eating routine. This iced version is brewed strong and steeped just long enough to hit that deep amber color without tipping into bitterness, which makes all the difference in the final glass. The whole process is straightforward: boil, steep, strain, chill, and pour — no syrups, no additives, no second-guessing labels on a bottled drink. Black tea contains natural compounds that are widely recognized for supporting a low-inflammation lifestyle, so sipping this feels like a genuinely good choice rather than a compromise. A squeeze of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint take it from simple to something you'd happily serve to guests. Keep a pitcher in the fridge and you'll find yourself reaching for it all week long.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, add the 4 tea bags, and steep for 4–5 minutes, until the tea is deep amber and full-flavored. Do not over-steep or the tea will turn bitter.
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