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Classic black iced tea
Classic black iced tea combines the mild astringency of black tea with a subtle lemon sour and fresh mint, creating an ideal summer drink. The hot brewing method gives a deeper and richer flavor. The drink is easy to scale for gatherings by preparing a basic liter concentrate and adding chilled water or ice before serving. This makes the tea an ideal solution for a hot day.
Variations
- Instead of part of the water, you can add 100-150 ml of natural apple or grape juice for a light fruity touch.
- Replace part of the sugar with honey by adding it to slightly warm tea to preserve the aroma and beneficial properties.
- For a more pronounced sourness, add a few lime slices along with the lemon or a bit of freshly squeezed orange juice.
Secrets of tenderness and taste
- Do not steep black tea for too long to avoid excessive bitterness and to keep the taste soft and rounded.
- Cool the tea gradually first at room temperature, then in the refrigerator, so the infusion doesn't become cloudy and develop a sharp taste.
- Use clean filtered water with medium hardness for a smoother texture and a better revelation of the tea aroma.
Ingredient tips
- Choose quality loose leaf black Ceylon or Assam tea without flavors for a classic taste.
- The lemon is better with thin skin; add some juice to the drink and keep a few slices for serving.
- Use fresh mint, picked right before preparation, and gently rub the leaves in your hands to activate the essential oils.
Culinary nuances
- Adjust the sugar amount based on how much ice you plan to add, as ice makes the taste less sweet.
- Always strain the tea through a fine sieve so that the final drink does not contain small tea particles and mint pieces.
- Store prepared iced tea in the refrigerator for no more than a day, adding fresh lemon and ice before serving.
Ingredients
Ahmad Tea London Blend Loose Black Tea 100g
4 tsp. without a scoop
Aqua Life Non-Carbonated Drinking Water 5l
1000 ml
Sarkara Produkt Demerara Unrefined Brown Cane Sugar 500g
2–3 tbsp
Lemon
1 pc
Mint 50g
5-6 leaves
Preparation steps
01
Ingredient preparation — Wash the lemon and mint, prepare the kettle or pot and a liter jug for serving. Time: 5 min. Reference: All ingredients are washed, the dishes are clean and ready for use.
02
Water heating — Bring the water to a boil, then let it cool slightly to about 90-95 degrees. Time: 10 min. Reference: The water has just stopped boiling vigorously, steam is still actively rising.
03
Steeping black tea — Add black tea to the kettle and pour hot water, cover and steep. Time: 5 min. Reference: The infusion has become richly amber-hued, the aroma is pronounced without sharp bitterness.
04
Straining and sweetening — Strain the tea through a fine sieve into a jug, add sugar and stir well until fully dissolved. Time: 5 min. Reference: There are no tea particles in the infusion, the sugar is completely dissolved, the liquid is homogeneous.
05
Aromatization with lemon and mint — Squeeze part of the lemon's juice into the warm tea, add lightly crushed mint leaves and gently mix. Time: 5 min. Reference: You can smell the fresh aroma of citrus and mint, the tea's color remains clear.
06
Cooling to room temperature — Leave the jug of tea to cool at room temperature without a lid or under a cloth. Time: 20 min. Reference: The jug is slightly warm to the touch, steam no longer rises from the drink's surface.
07
Final cooling in the fridge — Cover the jug and place the tea in the refrigerator for full cooling. Time: 40 min. Reference: The tea is well chilled, with slight condensation on the jug's walls.
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Serving iced tea — Fill the glasses with ice cubes, pour in the iced tea and add lemon slices and fresh mint. Time: 5 min. Reference: The glasses are filled with clear amber tea with ice, lemon, and mint, the drink is ready to serve.
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Tip: Try brewing the tea a bit stronger if you plan to add a lot of ice or dilute with soda water, so the taste remains pronounced even after dilution.
Where to order ingredients
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