Walnut 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. Strong black tea gets sweetened while it's still hot, which is the secret to getting that sugar fully dissolved and evenly distributed throughout every glass. The result is a smooth, perfectly balanced brew that tastes like it came from a pitcher that's been on someone's porch all summer. Since the ingredient list is about as clean and simple as it gets — tea, water, and sugar — there's zero concern about hidden tree nuts or cross-contamination from complex additives. Finish it with a lemon slice or a sprig of fresh mint for a little extra brightness, and you've got a crowd-pleasing drink that works for just about any occasion.
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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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