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Ceylon Iced Tea

Sri Lankan Ceylon black tea — bright, brisk, and citrusy — brewed and served over ice with a slice of orange. Lighter and more elegant than Assam, Ceylon is the classic choice for a clean, refreshing glass of iced tea.

15 min
Easy
Serves 4
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Ceylon Iced Tea

Instructions

  1. 1

    Steep the Ceylon tea in boiling water for 3 minutes. Ceylon brews quickly — do not over-steep or it turns astringent.

  2. 2

    Strain into a pitcher. Stir in simple syrup if using while still warm.

  3. 3

    Add the cold water and let cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until fully chilled.

  4. 4

    Serve over ice with an orange slice and a mint sprig. The orange complements Ceylon's natural citrus notes beautifully.

Pro tip

Ceylon's bright, slightly citrusy character makes it one of the best teas for iced tea — it stays clear and clean-tasting even when cold. High-grown Ceylon (from the Nuwara Eliya region) is the most delicate and floral; low-grown is bolder and more robust. Both work well here.

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