Easy Sweet Tea
A refreshing and sweet beverage that evokes nostalgia and is perfect for warm days or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 8 cups water Use filtered water for best flavor.
- 4-6 bags tea bags (black tea preferred) Adjust based on desired strength.
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust to taste.
Optional Garnishes
- lemon slices For garnish.
- mint leaves For garnish.
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Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, bring the 8 cups of water to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove the pot from heat.
- Add the tea bags to the hot water and let them steep for about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags from the pot.
- Stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
- Taste and adjust the sweetness if necessary.
- Allow the tea to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a pitcher.
- Refrigerate the tea until it is nice and chilled.
Serving
- Serve over ice, garnishing with lemon slices or mint leaves if desired.
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Notes
Choose high-quality tea bags for the best flavor. You can prepare sweet tea in advance, and it stores well in the refrigerator for up to a week. Consider offering a sweet tea bar for guests to customize their drinks.