Chestnut Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Few drinks hit the spot quite like a tall glass of iced black tea, and this version is clean, refreshing, and completely no-fuss. The key is pulling the tea bags at just the right moment — that deep amber color is your cue — so you get bold, full flavor without any bitterness creeping in. Chilling it down with ice before a quick stint in the fridge means you're not waiting long before you can pour a glass. It's naturally free from additives, sweeteners, and anything processed, making it a go-to for anyone keeping their ingredients simple and straightforward. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it from everyday to genuinely satisfying without complicating a thing.
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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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