Choose your tea: black, green, white, oolong, or herbal
Add tea leaves or tea bags to a pitcher or jar
Use cold or room-temperature water
Use about 1 teaspoon loose tea or 1 tea bag per 1 cup of water
Cover the container
Refrigerate for 6 to 12 hours
Taste and adjust steeping time if needed
Strain out the tea leaves or remove the tea bags
Serve over ice if desired
Store in the refrigerator and drink within 2 to 3 days