How to make iced tea
Welcome to the T2 iced tea guide. With years of iced tea brewing under our belts, we’ve picked up a trick or two on how to get it just right – we’re passing on everything we’ve learned, so follow our lead!
Different ways to make iced tea
There’s two ways we make iced tea, we either use what we call our classic method or the Cold Brew method. The classic method uses any of our blends – black, green, fruit or herbal tisanes, in either tea bags or loose leaf.
How to make iced tea
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- 1
Add 2+ teaspoons or 2+ tea bags of tea to the top of your T2 Teamaker. Carefully fill it with hot water at the recommended temperature.
- 2
Infuse for the recommended time based on your tea type. Check the box for precise brew times and temperatures.
- 3
Add ice to a heatproof glass, then sit the Teamaker on top of the glass to dispense the tea.
- 4
Top with fresh fruit to garnish and enjoy!
- 1
Remove the lid of your T2 Jug-A-Lot and add 2+ teaspoons or 2+ tea bags per 250 ml/8.4 fl oz to the infuser.
- 2
Half fill the jug with hot water and infuse for the recommended time (100°C for black/herbal, 80°C for green/white).
- 3
Once brewed into a strong concentrate, remove the infuser and discard leaves. Let the tea cool on the bench to preserve flavor.
- 4
Add ice and fruit to garnish. Screw the lid on, leaving it slightly open for easy pouring.
Recommended teas for iced tea
Every blend can be made into iced tea, but some work particularly well chilled. Black tea is famously delicious with ice, the bold taste of black tea leaves is softened when iced, and it mixes well with sweet fruits and garnishes. Fruit tisanes are our most flavour-forward blends; these are great for kids and a great alternative to overly sweet soft drinks. Green tea is a lighter option, naturally slightly sweet and loved for its refreshing notes.
Brew tip from our tea sommelier
To make iced tea with a strong, vibrant flavour, the process is like making cordial. First, you need to brew an extra strong tea concentrate, then you can add ice while maintaining that full flavour.
How to store iced tea
Always keep iced tea chilled in the fridge. Store it with a tight seal in jugs or jars with lids to prevent picking up food odors. Note that fruits, garnishes, and sweeteners will decrease the shelf life, so add them to each glass or consumed within a day.
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