Southern Sweet Tea
Southern Sweet Tea is an iconic Southern beverage that captures the essence of summertime in every sip. With its perfect blend of rich black tea and just the right amount of sugar, this refreshing drink is ideal for hot days and joyful gatherings. Serve it chilled over ice with a slice of lemon for a delightful experience that evokes cherished memories on the porch. Elevate your barbecues and family meals with this classic drink that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups filtered water
- 4–6 black tea bags
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- Lemon slices (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil 4 cups of filtered water in a large pot.
- Remove from heat and steep 4-6 black tea bags for 5-10 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until fully dissolved.
- Add 4 cups of cold water and mix well.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour.
- Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 108
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg