Description
This Iced Earl Grey Tea is a refreshing blend of bergamot and lemon, perfect for warm days. Sweetened to your liking and garnished with fresh lemon and mint, its a delightful drink for any occasion. Enjoy it chilled or as a cocktail with a splash of gin or vodka.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups of water
- 4 Earl Grey tea bags (or 4 teaspoons of loose leaf Earl Grey tea)
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup of freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Water: Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium-sized pot or kettle.
- Steep the Tea: Remove the boiling water from heat and add the Earl Grey tea bags or loose leaf tea in a tea infuser. Let steep for about 5 minutes (longer for a stronger flavor, but avoid over-steeping).
- Sweeten the Tea: Remove the tea bags or infuser. While the tea is warm, stir in the granulated sugar until completely dissolved.
- Add Lemon Juice: Stir in the freshly squeezed lemon juice to balance the sweetness and enhance the bergamot flavor.
- Cool the Tea: Allow the tea to cool to room temperature or refrigerate to speed up the process.
- Prepare Your Glasses: Fill your favorite glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the Tea: Pour the cooled tea over the ice-filled glasses.
- Garnish: Add a slice of fresh lemon and optional mint leaves to each glass.
- Taste and Adjust: Taste the iced tea and adjust sweetness or lemon as desired, stirring well after any additions.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the iced tea fresh, or store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Experiment with Flavors: Feel free to add flavors like vanilla, lavender, or chamomile during steeping.
- Make it a Cocktail: Add a splash of gin or vodka for a delightful cocktail version.
- Pairing Suggestions: Serve with light snacks like scones, lemon bars, or fresh fruit.
- Enjoy the Process: Take your time and savor the aromas while making your iced tea.
Notes
- Adjust the sugar and lemon juice to your personal taste.
- For a stronger tea flavor, steep longer but avoid bitterness.
- Store any leftovers in a sealed container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes