Black Pepper Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
A tall glass of iced tea is one of summer's simplest pleasures, and this version delivers that deep, refreshing flavor without any fuss. The key is a careful steep — pulling the bags at just the right moment keeps the brew smooth and full-bodied rather than astringent or bitter. Squeezing the bags is a common mistake that muddies the flavor, so letting them go gently makes a real difference here. Once the hot tea hits the ice and chills down in the fridge, you're left with something genuinely crisp and clean. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it from everyday to something you'd happily serve to guests. It's naturally free of any spice or seasoning concerns, so what you taste is pure, honest black tea — nothing more, nothing less.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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