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Y'all, I've got a sweet tea recipe that'll make your taste buds dance! This Southern classic brings back memories of lazy summer afternoons on my grandma's porch. Trust me, once you've sipped this perfectly balanced brew, store-bought versions won't cut it anymore. My secret? Just enough sugar to complement rich black tea without overpowering it. Throw in some lemon slices and fresh mint for extra zing, and you've got yourself a refreshing treat that'll keep you cool all season long. Let's whip up a batch!
Ingredients for Southern Style Sweet Tea
- Water: Essential base for the tea, needed for steeping the tea bags and diluting the sweetness to the desired level.
- Black tea bags: Infuses the water with rich flavor, creating the classic tea taste that is the heart of this recipe.
- Granulated sugar: Sweetens the tea to perfection, balancing the bitterness of the tea and creating a refreshing beverage.
Essential Tools for Making Sweet Tea
- Saucepan: To boil water and steep the tea bags.
- Pitcher: To mix and chill the sweet tea before serving.
- Stirring spoon: To dissolve the sugar in the tea mixture.
Southern Style Sweet Tea Recipe
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Pitcher
Ingredients:
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups water
- 6 bags black tea
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- Lemon slices optional
- Fresh mint leaves optional
Instructions:
- Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
- Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes.
- Discard the tea bags and stir in the sugar until dissolved.
- Pour the tea into a pitcher and add the remaining 4 cups of water.
- Chill in the refrigerator until cold.
- Serve over ice with lemon slices and mint leaves if desired.
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Can You Make Sweet Tea Ahead of Time?
Make Ahead Instructions
- Brew the tea as directed and let it cool to room temperature.
- Store the sweet tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- When ready to serve, pour over ice and garnish with lemon slices and mint leaves.
Freezing Instructions
- Brew the tea as directed and let it cool to room temperature.
- Pour the sweet tea into a freezer-safe container, leaving some room for expansion.
- Seal the container tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
Did you know that adding a pinch of baking soda to the boiling water when steeping the tea can help reduce bitterness and create a smoother flavor in your southern style sweet tea?
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