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Iced Earl Grey Tea

Chill Out with Easy Iced Earl Grey Tea You’ll Love!

Refreshing Iced Earl Grey Tea that blends smooth floral notes with bergamot, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Beverages
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brew
  • 4 cups water Filtered water enhances flavor.
  • 4 bags Earl Grey Tea Bags Opt for high-quality loose-leaf for richer flavor.
For Sweetening
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can be replaced with maple syrup or simple syrup.
For Serving
  • as needed ice cubes Essential for a refreshing drink.
  • 1 lemon (sliced) Adds a zesty citrus kick.
  • as desired fresh mint (optional) Enhances presentation.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Heatproof pitcher
  • Tall glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of filtered water to a gentle boil over medium heat. Remove from heat when boiling.
  2. Add 4 Earl Grey tea bags into the hot water and steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bags and stir in 2 tablespoons of honey while the tea is still warm until dissolved.
  4. Let the sweetened tea cool for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a heatproof pitcher and refrigerate until fully chilled, approximately 1-2 hours.
  5. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the chilled Earl Grey tea over the ice.
  6. Garnish with lemon slices and mint sprigs if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 8gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Use high-quality loose-leaf Earl Grey tea for richer flavor. Sweeten wisely while tea is warm for best results. Can be batch prepared for gatherings.

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