Iced TeaIced tea is the natural drink of choice for picnics! Below you will find a basic iced tea recipe. You may add sliced citrus fruit or flavoured ice cubes (see “Nice Ice Cubes,” below) to make it extra-special. 
8 servings: 5 tea bags In large heatproof measure or bowl, steep tea in 8 cups (2 L) boiling water for 5 minutes. Discard bags. Stir in Sugar Syrup (if using). Let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Refrigerate until cold, about 2 hours. Serve with ice cubes. Sugar Syrup Combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Simmer for approx. 5 min. Let cool. Store in the refrigerator.
Nice Ice CubesIf you are looking to add a special touch to your iced tea, try making Nice Ice Cubes. Freeze fruit juice (such as lemonade, orange or pomegranate) in ice cube tray. Once frozen, they may be stored in freezer bags. Freeze fruit (such as berries or citrus slices) in ice cube trays half-filled with water. Top with more water and freeze again. Store in freezer bags. Freeze herbs (such as mint leaves and rosemary or thyme flowers) by placing herb in ice cube trays half-filled with water. Top with more water and freeze again. Store in freezer bags.
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