The Very Best Iced Tea

Step 1

Place the tea bags, mint, and sugar in a large pitcher or vessel (able to hold 9 cups). Pour the boiling water over the top and let steep for 10 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the mint and tea bags, squeezing the bags to extract the liquid.

Step 3

Add the lemon juice and cold water.

Step 4

Chill until ready to serve. Serve over ice and garnish with more mint or lemon if you wish.