Heat the water to 75–80°C (167–176°F) — never boil. Add the white tea bags and steep for 3–4 minutes. Remove the tea bags without squeezing and let the tea cool to lukewarm. The tea should be pale, clean, and softly aromatic.
Add the lemon peel strips to the warm tea and let infuse for 4 minutes only, just until a delicate citrus aroma develops. Remove the peel promptly — longer contact adds bitterness and destroys softness.
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1½ tablespoons of honey until fully dissolved. Taste and add up to ½ tablespoon more only if needed. This drink should stay light and dry, never sweet.
Refrigerate for 1–2 hours until fully cold and integrated.
Fill glasses with ice and pour over the chilled classic iced white tea. and optionally garnish with lemon peel twists.
