Sodas & Iced Tea Recipe
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Ingredients
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Sodas
Iced Tea
Method
Sodas
- 1
Make the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- 2
Mix the Soda
In a large pitcher, combine the cooled simple syrup, 4 cups of carbonated water, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Stir gently to combine.
- 3
Add Mint
Add a handful of mint leaves to the pitcher. Gently muddle the mint with a wooden spoon to release its flavor.
- 4
Serve
Pour the soda into glasses filled with ice. Garnish with additional mint leaves if desired.
Iced Tea
- 5
Brew the Tea
In a heatproof pitcher, place 4 black tea bags and pour 4 cups of boiling water over them. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on how strong you like it.
- 6
Sweeten the Tea
Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar while the tea is still warm, ensuring it dissolves completely.
- 7
Cool the Tea
Add 4 cups of cold water to the pitcher with the sweetened tea. Stir well and place the pitcher in the refrigerator to cool for at least 1 hour.
- 8
