Description
Enjoy a refreshing glass of classic sweet tea, perfect for any occasion! This southern beverage is sweet, refreshing, and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups water
- 4 black tea bags
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of water in a large saucepan.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and add the tea bags. Steep for 5-7 minutes depending on desired strength.
- Remove the tea bags and stir in the sugar until dissolved. If using, add the baking soda to reduce bitterness.
- Pour the tea into a pitcher and add the remaining 4 cups of cold water. Stir to combine.
- Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking for sweeter or less sweet tea.
- Baking soda is optional but helps to smooth out the flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 30
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0
Keywords: sweet tea, classic sweet tea recipe, southern sweet tea, homemade sweet tea