Alpha Gal Friendly Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Sweet, cold, and deeply satisfying, this classic Southern-style iced tea is the kind of drink that feels like a front-porch moment in a glass. The sugar dissolves right into the hot concentrate, so every sip is perfectly balanced — no grainy sweetness, just smooth, mellow tea from start to finish. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, this recipe is a natural fit because it's built entirely from plant-based and mineral ingredients with zero mammalian products hiding anywhere in the mix. No dairy, no meat-derived additives, no surprises — just tea, sugar, and water doing exactly what they're supposed to do. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it from simple to genuinely refreshing without adding any complexity or concern. Make a big pitcher and keep it cold all week, because this one disappears fast.
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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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