Sweet Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Base
Sweetener
Flavoring (optional)
Method
Brewing the Tea
- 1
Boil Water
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove from heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for about 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Remove Tea Bags
After steeping, carefully remove the tea bags from the pot.
Sweetening the Tea
- 4
Add Sugar
While the tea is still warm, stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
- 5
Cool Down
Allow the sweetened tea to cool to room temperature.
Serving
- 6
Chill
Transfer the cooled tea to a pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until chilled.
- 7
Serve
Serve over ice in glasses, and garnish with lemon slices or mint leaves if desired.