Almond Free Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Sweet, refreshing, and deeply satisfying, this classic Southern-style iced tea is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. The method is simple — steep strong black tea, dissolve the sugar while it's still hot for a perfectly smooth sweetness, then dilute and chill until cold. No syrups, no specialty ingredients, no surprises hiding in the mix. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, a glass of iced tea might seem like the last thing to worry about, but flavored or bottled versions can occasionally include unexpected additives — making a from-scratch batch the cleanest, most reliable option. Serve it over a tall glass of ice with a lemon slice for brightness or a sprig of fresh mint for a little extra flair. It's the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in your warm-weather rotation.
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8 servings
- 8 cups water, divided
- 6 black tea bags (such as lipton or luzianne)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lemon slices, for serving (optional)
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring 4 cups of the water to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Remove from the heat, add the tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags without squeezing them.
- 2
While the tea is still hot, add the sugar and stir until completely dissolved, about 1 minute.
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