Iced Lemon Tea 凍檸茶

A classic Hong Kong style refreshing drink, made with strong black tea, fresh lemon slices, and sweetened to taste. Perfect for a hot day.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 2 black tea bags (e.g., Lipton Yellow Label or Ceylon Tea)
• 300 ml hot water
• 1 fresh lemon
• 2.5 tablespoons sugar (or simple syrup, to taste)
• Ice cubes

Steps

1. Place black tea bags in a mug and pour hot water over them. Steep for 3-5 minutes to make strong tea.
2. While the tea is steeping, wash the fresh lemon and slice it into thin rounds. Set aside a few slices for garnish.
3. Remove tea bags from the mug. Add sugar to the hot tea and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to your liking.
4. Fill a tall glass with a generous amount of ice cubes. Pour the sweetened tea over the ice.
5. Add the lemon slices into the glass. Use a spoon or muddler to gently press the lemon slices against the side of the glass to release more flavor. Stir well and serve immediately.

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