Dairy Free Classic Sweet Iced Tea
Sweet, refreshing, and deeply satisfying, this classic Southern-style iced tea is the kind of drink that disappears fast at any gathering. The beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity — just black tea, sugar, and water come together to create something that tastes like pure summer in a glass. Since there's no dairy involved at any step, this is naturally a worry-free pour for anyone avoiding milk or cream, no substitutions required. Steeping the tea bags without squeezing them keeps the brew smooth and free of any bitter edge, so every sip is clean and balanced. A squeeze of lemon or a sprig of fresh mint takes it from everyday to genuinely impressive. Make a big pitcher, keep it cold, and watch it vanish before you even sit down.
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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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