Mustard Free Southern Sweet Iced Tea

Few drinks capture the spirit of a long, lazy afternoon quite like a tall glass of sweet iced tea. This classic Southern version is built on just three pantry staples — water, black tea, and sugar — so there's nothing hiding in the ingredient list that could cause concern. Steeping the tea bags without squeezing them is the key move here, keeping the brew smooth and mellow rather than bitter. The hot concentrate dissolves the sugar completely before cold water brings everything together into a perfectly balanced, refreshing pitcher. Served over a mountain of ice with a lemon slice or a sprig of fresh mint, it looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of drink that disappears fast at gatherings, so you might want to make a double batch right from the start.

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