Gluten 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 intentional — steeping the bags just long enough to hit that deep amber color without crossing into bitter territory makes all the difference. No syrups, no additives, no mystery ingredients hiding in a store-bought bottle. Just pure, bold tea chilled over ice and ready to drink. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it from everyday to genuinely lovely without complicating a thing. It's the kind of drink that works at a backyard cookout, alongside a weekend brunch, or just as a midday reset when you need something cold and uncomplicated.
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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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