In the hot summer, a cold drink can be described as a trace of coolness in the world. Have you ever tried your homemade lemon iced tea? No more queuing at the supermarket and let me teach you how to make it simple and delicious!
First of all, the materials we need to prepare are as follows:
- High-quality black tea bags or tea leaves
- Fresh lemon (the sourer the better)
-ice cube
- Honey or sugar, adjusted to personal taste
-spring water
Next, let's show off our crafting skills!
Step 1: Brew black tea
Add a small bag of black tea or an appropriate amount of black tea leaves to the kettle, pour in an appropriate amount of boiling water and steep for 3 to 5 minutes to allow the tea leaves to release their aroma and color. If you like a strong flavor, you can put more tea leaves, but don't steep it for too long to avoid bitterness.
Step 2: Add lemon juice
Remove the fresh lemon and cut it in half. Squeeze the lemon juice into a bowl with a lemon juicer or a manual juicer. Remove the strainer or strain the lemon juice with gauze to remove the pulp and seeds. Pour the strained lemon juice into the brewed black tea.
Step 3: Adjust the sweetness
If you prefer a slightly sweet taste, you can add an appropriate amount of honey or sugar to the black tea and stir well until dissolved. Keep in mind that the addition of sweetness varies from person to person and is adjusted according to individual tastes. If you prefer a refreshing taste, you can also do without any sweeteners.
Step 4: Add ice cubes
After waiting for the brewed lemon tea to cool slightly, add ice cubes to the cup and pour in the blended lemon tea. Ice cubes will quickly cool down the drink, giving you a cool summer feel.
Step 5: Decorate & Enjoy
If you prefer, add a slice of lemon or mint leaf to the rim of the cup as a garnish. Then, quietly sip on this homemade lemon iced tea and enjoy the coolness of summer.
Lemon is rich in vitamin C, which has the effect of refreshing the mind and boosting immunity. Black tea has antioxidant and blood pressure-lowering effects, and it will also bring you health benefits while enjoying the delicious taste.
If you dare to challenge your culinary skills, what are you waiting for? Try it out! In just a few simple steps, you can easily make lemon iced tea with a refreshing taste and amazing taste. Share your "secret recipe" with your family and friends and let them raving about your cooking!
Whether it's at a family gathering, party, or on its own, this homemade lemon iced tea will become a favorite drink of summer. It is simple and quick to make, and the taste is fresh, which is simply a sweetness in the world. Give it a try!
Let's welcome the blazing summer heat and make homemade lemon iced tea your exclusive remedy to the heat. Start creating, blend your own unique flavors, and bring infinite surprises to yourself and your family and friends!