Lactose 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 sugar dissolves directly into the hot concentrate, so every sip is perfectly balanced from top to bottom — no gritty sweetness, no guesswork. Naturally free of dairy in every sense, this is one of those recipes where the diet takes care of itself without any substitutions or label-reading required. Strong black tea bags steep just long enough to build that bold, slightly tannic backbone that makes sweet tea so craveable. A splash of cold water brings it all together in a pitcher that's ready to chill until you need it. Finish with ice, a lemon slice, and a sprig of fresh mint for a glass that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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