How to Make Cold Brew Iced Tea

Few drinks are as refreshing as a glass of iced tea on a warm day. While the traditional method involves brewing tea hot and pouring it over ice, there’s another approach that creates a smoother, cleaner flavor — cold brewing.
Cold brew iced tea is simple to make, naturally sweeter, and less likely to become bitter. Plus, it’s packed with health benefits and perfect for enjoying at any time of day.

Why Cold Brew?

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Balanced Flavors

Hot water can sometimes extract tannins quickly, creating bitterness. Cold water extracts flavors slowly and evenly, resulting in a smoother, well-rounded taste profile.

No Dilution

Because the tea is brewed cold, there’s no need to add ice that could water down your drink

Healthier & Lower in Caffeine

Cold brewing helps preserve more antioxidants and naturally reduces caffeine content — often about 30–50% less than hot-brewed tea.

Quick Cold Brew (Single Serve)

Perfect for busy days or a quick refresh, this simple method lets you enjoy smooth, flavorful Tsara Tea without boiling water. Just steep in cold water, wait a few minutes, and sip your way to instant refreshment.

Add 1–2 Tsara Tea bags to a 12oz glass of cold filtered water (or water bottle).
Steep for 10 minutes or longer to taste.
Enjoy as is, or add lemon or mint for extra freshness.

Overnight Cold Brew

For a deeper, richer flavor, let your tea slowly infuse overnight in the refrigerator. This gentle brewing process brings out smooth, well-rounded notes without bitterness—perfect for a refreshing drink ready to enjoy the next day.

Add 4 Tbsp. loose Tsara Tea (or 4 tea bags) to 1 quart filtered water.
Steep in the refrigerator: Green, white : 2–6 hours
Black or oolong teas: 6–10 hours
Strain and serve cold.

Sparkling Cold Brew Variation

For a lively twist, replace still water with chilled sparkling water. Brew as usual, then serve immediately for a refreshing, fizzy tea experience.

Optional Add-Ins

Once your cold brew is ready, customize it with:

Citrus slices

Add a bright, zesty twist that enhances the tea’s natural flavors.

Fresh herbs

Bring a refreshing, aromatic lift to your brew.

Splash of lemonade

Introduce a fruity, hydrating layer to your drink.

Light sweeteners like honey, stevia, or coconut suga

Balance flavors with a hint of natural sweetness.

Hot-to-Cold Method (If You’re in a Hurry)

Brew 2 Tbsp. loose tea or 2 tea bags in 8oz just-boiled water for 2–4 minutes.

Strain and pour over ice, or cool and refrigerate before serving.