Southern Iced Sweet Tea
Southern Iced Sweet Tea, a strong infusion of black tea that is sweetened and served over ice, is an essential element of southern cuisine.
Servings 8 servings
Ingredients
- 2 quarts cold water divided
- 2 family size tea bags or 8 regular size tea bags or 8 teaspoons of loose tea (recommend Luzianne brand)
- 1 cup sugar
Instructions
- Place one quart of water in a pan and bring to a boil. Add the tea bags.1 quart cold water2 family size tea bags
- Cover the pan, remove it from the heat and let it steep for 10-15 minutes.
- Remove the tea bags and add the sugar.1 cup sugar
- Stir until completely dissolved.
- Add the additional quart of cold water.1 quart cold water
- Stir well.
Notes
- For the best flavor and clarity, always start with cold water.
- Never pour hot tea into a glass pitcher. Refrigerate or cool the tea to room temperature before adding to a glass container.
- Don't cut the steeping time short. You want a really strong infusion of tea.
- Store it in the refrigerator for about three days in a plastic or glass pitcher with a tight fitting lid.
Nutrition
Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 1mg | Sugar: 25g | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg
