Afternoon Darjeeling Iced Tea
Darjeeling tea is sold in two main varieties: first flush and second flush. For iced tea, the more assertive notes of second- flush teas are ideal.
Ingredients
- 8 oz. water
- 1 1/2 tbs. agave nectar or preferred liquid sweetener (optional)
- 3 1/2 tsp. Darjeeling tea (option: a quality Darjeeling blend)
- Ice
Directions
STEP 1
Heat water to a full boil, then pour into a small pitcher.
STEP 2
Add liquid sweetener, if desired, and stir to dissolve. Place loose tea in pitcher and steep for four minutes.
STEP 3
Fill a large jar with ice, then strain hot tea over ice and stir quickly to chill.
STEP 4
Pour chilled tea into glasses with more ice and serve.
Photography by: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson
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Robert Hanson is a food and travel writer based in Southern California.
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