Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsBright Star RestaurantGallon Sweet Tea Recipe

Gallon Sweet Tea Recipe

Time3h
Serves16

Make Gallon Sweet Tea Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Gallon Sweet Tea Base

Finish & Top-Up

Method

Method

  1. 1

    Boil water

    In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water to a rolling boil.

  2. 2

    Steep tea

    Turn off the heat and add 12 black tea bags; cover and steep for 5–7 minutes.

  3. 3

    Dissolve sugar

    Remove tea bags and whisk in 1.5 cups granulated sugar until completely dissolved.

  4. 4

    Add lemon brightness

    Add 8 lemon slices to the warm tea and let them steep for 2–3 minutes to release brightness.

  5. 5

    Top up to gallon

    Carefully pour the tea into a gallon pitcher and add 8 cups of cold water to reach the 1-gallon mark; stir well to combine.

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