Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSoul Tasty RestaurantFresh Brewed Sweet Tea Recipe

Fresh Brewed Sweet Tea Recipe

Time20m
Serves4

Fresh-brewed tea with all the essence of southern hospitality.

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Ingredients

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Tea Ingredients

Method

Brewing Instructions

  1. 1

    Boil the Water

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Steep the Tea

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add the 4 black tea bags. Allow them to steep for about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Sugar

    Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar until fully dissolved.

  4. 4

    Cool the Tea

    Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the sweet tea over ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with fresh lemon slices as desired.

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