Iced black tea is one of those simple pleasures that hits differently when it's made from scratch rather than poured from a bottle. Many store-bought teas and flavored blends sneak in additives, natural flavors, or fortified ingredients that can be tricky for anyone managing a nickel sensitivity — this version keeps things beautifully clean with just water, black tea, and ice. The key to getting that gorgeous deep amber color without any bitterness is pulling the bags at the right moment and resisting the urge to squeeze them, which the instructions here nail perfectly. A squeeze of lemon and a sprig of fresh mint at the end make it feel like something you'd order at a nice café, not just a glass of plain tea. It's endlessly refreshing, totally fuss-free, and the kind of drink you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week long.
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
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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