
Few drinks hit as cleanly as a tall glass of iced black tea on a warm afternoon, and this version keeps things beautifully simple. The key is pulling the bags at just the right moment — that deep amber sweet spot between weak and bitter — so you get a bold, smooth brew every time. Once the hot tea meets the ice and chills down in the fridge, it transforms into something genuinely refreshing that tastes far more satisfying than anything from a bottle. A squeeze of lemon brightens the whole thing, and a sprig of fresh mint makes it feel a little fancy without any extra effort. There are no hidden additives, no sweeteners, and absolutely nothing to second-guess — just tea, water, and ice doing exactly what they're supposed to do. It's the kind of drink that works as an everyday staple or as a crowd-pleasing pour at a gathering where guests have all kinds of dietary needs.
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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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