What Is the Difference Between Tea and Iced Tea

Iced tea refers to hot tea that has been poured over ice; ice tea is tea that has either been brewed cold (like cold brew coffee in a way) or has been cooled down before serving, which minimizes the diluting effects of the ice.

What kind of tea is in iced tea?

Black tea is commonly used for iced tea, but white tea, green tea, and oolong tea also work particularly well over ice without losing flavor integrity or aroma. Some herbal teas – particularly fruit and hibiscus blends – are very refreshing iced. Regardless, all tea types will make for lovely iced teas!

Is iced tea made from tea bags?

Start by brewing just as you would for normal iced tea. Boil 2 cups water, steep 3 to 4 black tea bags for 5 minutes maximum, add 2 more cups cold water, pour into a pitcher and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours.