Lactose Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Few drinks are as satisfying as a tall glass of iced black tea on a warm day, and this version is clean, refreshing, and completely free of any dairy or additives. The method is simple but thoughtful — steeping the bags just long enough to hit that deep amber color without crossing into bitterness makes all the difference. Squeezing the bags is a common mistake that muddies the flavor, so pulling them out gently keeps the brew smooth and bright. Once the hot tea hits the ice and chills down in the fridge, you're left with something genuinely crisp and satisfying. 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 anything dairy-derived, so there's zero label-reading required — just real tea, water, and ice.
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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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