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Southern Style Sweet Tea Recipe

This Southern Style Sweet Tea is a refreshing and classic beverage perfect for hot summer days. Made with black tea, sugar, and optional lemon slices and mint leaves, it's a delightful treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Beverage
Cuisine Southern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 90 kcal

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.

Notes:

Lemon slices and fresh mint leaves are optional but add a refreshing twist to the sweet tea.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 24gSugar: 24g

Keywords:

Keyword Beverage, Southern, Sweet Tea
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