Pistachio Free Whole30 Iced Black Tea
Sometimes the simplest drinks are the most satisfying, and this iced black tea is proof that you don't need syrups, additives, or anything fancy to make a genuinely refreshing glass. Brewed strong and steeped just long enough to hit that deep amber sweet spot, it's the kind of drink that tastes clean and intentional. The trick is pulling the bags before bitterness sets in, then letting the ice bring it down to a perfectly chilled pour. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it somewhere bright and a little special without complicating anything. Store-bought bottled teas and flavored drinks can sneak in all kinds of unwanted extras, so making your own means you know exactly what's in the glass. It's an effortless staple to keep in the fridge and works beautifully alongside any meal or as a midday reset.
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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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