Description
Sweet tea is a beloved Southern classic that embodies the essence of summer. This refreshing drink combines robust black tea with just the right amount of sugar, creating a perfectly balanced beverage that’s ideal for any occasion. Whether enjoyed on a sunny afternoon or at a festive gathering, each sip offers a nostalgic taste of home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups water
- 4–6 black tea bags (Lipton or Tetley recommended)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 cups cold water
- Fresh lemon slices (for garnish)
- Ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of water in a medium saucepan until it reaches a rolling boil.
- Remove from heat and add 4-6 black tea bags. Steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar while the mixture is still warm.
- Pour the sweetened tea into a pitcher and add 4 cups of cold water. Stir well and let cool completely.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses and garnish with fresh lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brew
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg