Sweet/unsweet Tea Gallon Recipe
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Ingredients
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Tea Preparation
Method
Tea Brewing
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 16 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water reaches a boil, remove it from heat and add 8 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for 5-7 minutes, depending on your desired strength.
- 3
Add Sugar (for Sweet Tea)
If making sweet tea, add 1 cup of sugar to the hot tea. Stir until fully dissolved.
- 4
Cool the Tea
Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- 5
Prepare to Serve
Fill a large pitcher with 8 cups of ice. Pour the cooled tea over the ice to chill it further.
- 6
Garnish
Add lemon slices to the pitcher for flavor and garnish, if desired.
- 7
Serve
Pour the sweet or unsweetened tea into glasses and serve immediately.