Barley Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Few drinks are as satisfying as a tall glass of iced black tea, and this version is clean, refreshing, and completely free of anything that doesn't belong. The method is simple but deliberate — steeping the bags just long enough to hit that deep amber sweetness without crossing into bitterness makes all the difference. Bottled and canned teas can be surprisingly tricky to vet, with added flavors and sweeteners that complicate things, so brewing your own at home puts you fully in control of every sip. Once chilled, it's endlessly drinkable on its own, and the optional lemon wedges and fresh mint take it somewhere genuinely special. It's the kind of effortless recipe that earns a permanent spot in your weekly routine.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 lemon wedges (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
- 2
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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