Southern Sweet Tea
Move over plain ol' iced tea, today is all about Southern Sweet Tea bliss! With the perfect balance of sweetness, and the SECRET INGREDIENT all Southern grandmas know, you'll instantly take your tea to the next level! All that's left is pouring your tea into a mason jar, hopping on the porch swing, and enjoying that sunset putting on a show!
Servings: 2 quarts
Ingredients
- 6 tea bags Black Tea standard 8 oz. size tea bags
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1/8 tsp. Baking Soda
- 2 cups HOT Water
- 6 cups COLD Water
- Lemon Slices for garnish (Optional)
Instructions
- Gather your southern sweet tea ingredients.
- Pour 2 cups HOT water into 2 quart pitcher.
- Add 6 tea bags, and steep for approx. 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, remove and discard tea bags.
- Add Baking Soda and Sugar to Tea, and stir well until dissolved.
- Add 6 cups COLD water, and stir again.
- Transfer to refrigerator, and once cold… serve in mason jars over ice.
- Optional: Add lemon slices over side of jars for garnish. ENJOY!
Notes
- How To Store: You'll want to store your southern sweet tea in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Then be sure to enjoy it within 3 days for optimal freshness.
- FAQ's: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
