Celery 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 thoughtful — steeping the bags just long enough to hit that deep amber color without tipping into bitterness makes all the difference. Squeezing the bags is skipped on purpose, since that's exactly what releases the harsh tannins that can ruin a good glass. Once the hot tea hits the ice and chills down in the fridge, you're left with something smooth and naturally flavorful. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint at serving takes it from everyday to genuinely lovely. With just three core ingredients, there's nothing hidden and nothing to second-guess — just real, honest tea you can feel good about pouring.
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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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