How To Brew The Perfect Iced Tea

I am continuously caught off guard when warmer weather comes so here is a little reminder for you that backyard patio drinks are here and it is time to stock up for the next heat wave.

Iced tea is one of the easiest ways to enjoy loose leaf tea in the summer. Whether you like fruity herbal blends, bright green teas, or classic refreshing flavours, the right brewing method can make your tea smooth, flavourful, and easy to sip all day.

We have 4 teas we love to brew up , pour over ice and enjoy while soaking up the sun knowing they are calorie free and full of healthy herbs. Did you know there are more than one way to brew up an iced tea. Here’s how to brew iced tea with loose leaf tea:

 Hot Method

1. Steep 4 tsp in ½ cup water
2. Sweeten while hot (optional)
3. Pour over ice
4. Garnish with citrus slice or fresh mint

Cold Steep

1. Use 2 tsp of tea per cup of water
2. Place in the fridge to steep 4+ hours

(I like to use a mason jar and then strain into cup after)

 

Tips For The Best Homemade Iced Tea

• Cold steep before you go to bed and its ready in the morning!
• For larger quantities (cold brew), use 1.5 tbsp. of tea per liter of water
• To make Simple Syrup for sweetener, use 1 cup sugar/ 1 cup water and heat in a pan until sugar dissolves and let cool.
• Make a cocktail by following the hot steep method, shake over ice and add 2 oz of your favorite spirit.
• Try freezing popsicles for kids!

Whether you like your iced tea fruity, herbal, citrusy, or classic, loose leaf tea gives you so many ways to make summer drinks feel a little more special. Once you have the basic brewing method down, you can experiment with different blends, fresh fruit, herbs, citrus, or a touch of sweetness until you find your favourite summer combination. For more warm-weather tea options, explore our Summer Brews collection, or browse our green tea collection and herbal tea collection collections for blends that work beautifully over ice.