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Sweet Tea 4th of July Classic

Sweet Tea 4th of July Classic: 5 Steps to Summer Bliss

A refreshing sweet tea perfect for summer gatherings and celebrations.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 cups water
  • 4 black tea bags
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice
  • Ice
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a pot.
  2. Add tea bags and steep for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags and stir in sugar until dissolved.
  4. Add remaining 4 cups of cold water and lemon juice.
  5. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  6. Serve over ice and garnish with mint leaves.

Notes

  • Adjust sugar to taste.
  • Use fresh lemons for the best flavor.
  • Can be served sweetened or unsweetened.
  • Author: Janet D. Evans
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Brewing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 30g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 31g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Sweet Tea, 4th of July, Summer, Beverage