Lemon Tea Refreshing Beverage (Printer-Friendly)

A refreshing black tea drink brightened with fresh lemon juice and a hint of sweetness.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tea

01 - 2 cups water
02 - 2 black tea bags or 2 teaspoons loose black tea

→ Flavorings

03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
04 - 2 teaspoons honey or sugar (optional)

→ Garnish

05 - 2 lemon slices

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a kettle or small saucepan.
02 - Add the tea bags or loose tea to the boiling water and steep for 3 to 4 minutes depending on your preferred strength.
03 - Remove the tea bags or strain out the loose tea leaves.
04 - Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and sweetener, if desired.
05 - Pour the tea into cups, garnish each with a lemon slice, and serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It’s like having a little sunshine ready in minutes whenever you want a comforting drink
  • The balance of tart lemon and rich black tea feels like a secret refresher nobody tells you about
02 -
  • Don’t skip fresh lemon juice; it completely transforms the tea beyond bottled alternatives
  • Steeping time is everything—going too long can turn your tea bitter, so keep an eye on those minutes
03 -
  • Use filtered water for the cleanest taste—it surprises many how much this matters
  • A tiny pinch of salt in the water can soften any natural bitterness in black tea and create a smoother sip

Go Back