- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“Simple and refreshing, this iced tea is a delight for hot days. Offers a moment of comfort and flavor.”
What you need to know
- 20 minutos de preparo e 30 minutos de cozimento total
- Combinação de sabores refrescante e suave
- Ideal para festas e ocasiões especiais
Ingredients
Main
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 liter of boiling water
- 1/2 cup of sugar or honey to taste
- Juice of 2 lemons
- Lemon slices and mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
Principal
- Boil 1 liter of water in a pot.
- Turn off the heat and add the black tea bags, letting it infuse for about 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and add the sugar or honey, stirring until completely dissolved.
- Let the tea cool to room temperature.
- Add the lemon juice and mix well.
- Transfer the tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Serve in glasses with ice, decorating with lemon slices and mint leaves.
Chef's tips
- Substitua o açúcar pelo mel para uma versão mais saudável
- Para uma textura mais cremosa, adicione um pouco de leite condensado
- Para um toque extra de sabor, adicione algumas gotas de limão siciliano
Variations
- Adicione uma pitada de limão em pó para um toque extra de sabor
- Para uma versão mais suave, diminua o suco de limão
- Adicione uma pitada de canela para um toque de gosto inusitado
Substitutions
- Substitua o chá preto por chá verde para uma versão mais nutritiva
- Em vez de limão, use lima para uma combinação tropical
- Substitua o açúcar por uma infusão de ervas como gengibre ou hortelã
How to store
Leave in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. The tea should be consumed on the same day of preparation.
Can it be frozen?
It cannot be frozen, as the ice can damage the texture of the tea. If desired, the tea can be refrigerated in an airtight container and served cold.
What to serve with
- Servir com bolos de leite ou biscoitos light
- Para uma versão mais tropical, serve com sorvete de frutas vermelhas
Frequently asked questions
How can I freeze the tea?
It cannot be frozen, as the ice can damage the texture of the tea. If desired, the tea can be refrigerated in an airtight container and served cold.
Does the tea taste better if left at room temperature for longer?
Yes, letting the tea sit at room temperature for longer can make it smoother.
How can I replace black tea?
You can replace black tea with green tea, mint tea, or a tea of your preference.
Can I use brown sugar instead of refined sugar?
Yes, you can use brown sugar, which is healthier and has a different flavor.
How can I make this tea milder?
For a milder version, you can reduce the lemon juice.
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