Corn Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Iced tea sounds simple enough, but plenty of store-bought versions sneak in corn-derived sweeteners, citric acid, or natural flavors that can trip up anyone avoiding corn. This version keeps things completely clean — just water, black tea, and ice, with optional lemon and fresh mint if you want a little brightness. The key to getting it right is pulling the bags at exactly the right moment; four to five minutes gives you that deep amber color and bold flavor without any bitterness. Straining the hot tea before adding ice means a crystal-clear pour every single time. It's endlessly refreshing on its own, but the lemon wedge and mint sprig turn it into something that feels genuinely special. Make a pitcher and keep it in the fridge — it's the kind of drink that disappears fast.
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4 servings
- 4 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 4 lemon wedges (optional)
Can be omittedlemon
- 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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