Of course you can brew tea and simply allow it to cool to room temperature then pour over ice, but let’s assume you came here to read about how to get ICED TEA QUICKLY!
Are you brewing just one glass for yourself? If so…
- Brew 2 servings of loose leaf (typically 1 tsp/serving but varies with some of our “fluffier” teas) in 8 oz hot water. You could use our IngenuiTea or an infuser in a large mug of hot water.
- After the correct amount of time has elapsed, fill a tall glass with ice and pour hot tea over the ice; stir until chilled; add additional ice if needed.
Are you brewing a pitcher-full for your next brunch or BBQ?
- Brew 8 servings of loose leaf (typically 1 tsp/serving but varies with some of our “fluffier” teas) in 1 quart hot water. I personally use a large stainless infuser meant for cold-brewing coffee (easily available through mass market commerce sites) set in the middle of a 1-quart Pyrex measuring cup.
- Brew for the same amount of time as for a single cup.
- After proper time has elapsed, add the desired amount
of sugar (if any). - Decant the brewed tea into a ½ gallon jar or pitcher;
add 1 quart of ice and stir until ice is melted. Add water
(if needed) to just shy of the ½ gallon mark (allows for
ice melting during service).
These are our favorite teas for serving over ice! Click the names to read more and purchase
- Berry Bunch tisane: hibiscus flowers, rosehips, and real berries create a vibrant red drink perfect for the whole family
- Ceylon estate tea: classic, crisp, unflavored black tea - bold flavor stands up to your favorite sweetener
- Strawberry Basil white tea: fruit-infused, delicate; works great for mixing with fruit or stands on its own
- Blackberry Sage Oolong: smooth oolong tea parries the tartness of blackberries against the bite of sage
- Blueberry Muffin white tea: Drop in a few frozen blueberries and enjoy!
- Bourbon and Bluegrass black tea: garnish with an orange slice and serve over ice - the perfect alcohol-free option at your next BBQ
- Apple and Peach Crush white tea: oranges and peaches: summer in a glass!
- Ginger Peach white tea: lots of zing, plenty of natural sweetness in this delicate array of flavors
- Orange Chai black tea: it's always Chai season with this citrusy take on chai!
Happy brewing!
- Anna