How to Make Homemade Iced Tea (in 30 minutes) πŸ«–

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Steeping & Cooling Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Nothing beats the crisp taste of homemade iced teaβ€”no artificial flavours, no store-bought shortcuts, just pure brewed goodness straight from your own kitchen.

Lemon-topped homemade iced tea in a Kate Spade glass jug


πŸ›’ Ingredients & Materials

Required

  • 1.5 litre IKEA Riklig Teapot (for steeping)

  • 2 litre iced tea jug (for serving & storing)

  • 20 grams (4 tsp) loose-leaf black tea

  • 20 grams (4 tsp) loose-leaf Earl Grey tea

  • 1 litre of water (boiling)

  • 800 mL cold filtered water (for dilution)

  • Ice cubes (for serving)

  • 10 packets of Splenda (or preferred sweetener)

Optional

  • Lemon slices (for garnish)

✨ Our Homemade Twist

  • Bright & Zesty: Cut and add fresh lemon slices for a refreshing citrus kick.

πŸ“‹ Steps

  1. Boil: Bring 1 litre of water to a boil using your electric kettle.

  2. Steep: Add loose-leaf black tea and loose-leaf Earl Grey tea to your IKEA Riklig teapot, and let steep for 10 minutes.

  3. Pour: Strain the tea and transfer it into the 2L iced tea jug.

  4. Sweeten: Stir in 10 packets of Splenda (or preferred sweetener).

  5. Dilute: Add 800 mL of cold filtered water.

  6. Sit & Serve: Let sit for 3–5 minutes, pour over ice cubes, and garnish with lemon slices.

🍽️ Homemade Serving Recommendations

  • Serve in clear glass tumblers to showcase the golden hues of your fresh-brewed tea.

  • Garnish with lemon slices to enhance the aesthetic and flavour.

  • Pair with homemade baked goods, like shortbread or butter cookies, for a comforting treat.

πŸ“ Notes for Next Time

  • Natural Sweeteners: Try honey or maple syrup instead of Splenda.

  • Infusion Experiment: Add mint for a fresh homemade herbal twist.

  • Make It Your Own: Steep longer for stronger tea or dilute further for a lighter sip.

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