1Boil 4 cups of water in a pot.
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 3 tea bags.
Let the tea steep for about 5-7 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and stir in 1/2 cup of sugar until it is completely dissolved.
Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.
Squeeze the juice from 1/2 lemon and add it to the tea.
Pour the tea into a pitcher and refrigerate until chilled.
Serve the lemon iced tea over ice and enjoy!