Sesame 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 sugar dissolves right into the hot concentrate, giving you that smooth, perfectly balanced sweetness in every glass — no grainy residue, no guesswork. For anyone navigating sesame restrictions, a cold beverage might seem like the last thing to worry about, but flavored syrups, bottled teas, and pre-made mixes can sometimes carry unexpected additives or shared-facility warnings. Brewing it yourself with just water, tea bags, and sugar means you know exactly what's in the pitcher. A squeeze of lemon or a few sprigs of fresh mint on top takes it from simple to genuinely special without any extra effort. This is the kind of recipe you'll come back to all summer long.
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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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