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Sweet Tea Recipe
Rahat

Sweet Tea

There’s nothing quite as refreshing as a glass of sweet tea, perfectly balanced with its smooth, crisp flavor and just the right touch of sweetness. This classic Southern staple is a breeze to make, requiring only 15 minutes from start to finish, making it ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings (1 cup per serving)
Calories: 98
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups water divided
  • 6 black tea bags
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup lemon juice optional (fresh-squeezed preferred)

Method
 

  1. Combine 3 cups of water (310ml), sugar, and baking soda in a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, then immediately remove from heat.
  3. Add tea bags and steep for 10 minutes. Lift tea bags from the tea and allow them to drip (don’t squeeze), then discard.
  4. Pour tea into a large pitcher.
  5. Add lemon juice, if using, then add remaining 5 cups (1.2L) cold water and stir well.
  6. Tea may be served immediately poured over ice, or store in the refrigerator for several hours before serving. Always stir before pouring.

Nutrition

Calories: 98kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 29mgPotassium: 8mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg
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