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Southern Sweet Tea

This refreshing beverage is the "house wine" of the South!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Steep Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American, Southern
Keyword: Sugar, Tea
Servings: 2 quarts

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 pitcher-size cold-brew tea bags I use Lipton
  • 2 quarts cold water
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • Sliced lemons optional
  • Sliced oranges optional
  • Mint sprigs optional

Instructions

  • Place the tea bags in a large pitcher. (I like to wrap the strings around a wooden spoon and suspend it over the rim of the pitcher so I don't have to fish out the bags.)Add the 2 quarts of cold water and steep for 30 minutes to one hour, depending on how strong you like your tea.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ½ cup of sugar and the ½ cup water in a small saucepan. Stirring occasionally, bring the mixture to a boil and cook until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from the heat.
  • Remove the tea bags, squeezing them by pressing against the wooden spoon. Add the sugar mixture and stir until combined. Pour over ice and garnish with slices of lemon, orange, or sprigs of fresh mint if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 193kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 50g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.03mg
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