Smooth Sweet Tea

Sweet tea is a classic Southern drink made by steeping tea bags in a pitcher; sweeten with sugar and keep chilled for a refreshing drink on hot days!

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 5 mins
• Calories: 73 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 pinch baking soda
• 2 cups boiling water
• 6 tea bags
• 6 cups cool water
• 0.75 cup white sugar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Sprinkle a pinch of baking soda into a 64-ounce, heat-proof glass pitcher. Pour in boiling water and add tea bags. Cover and allow to steep for 15 minutes.

Step 2

Remove tea bags and discard; stir in sugar until dissolved. Pour in cool water; refrigerate until cold, about 3 hours.

Step 3

Gather ingredients.

Step 4

Enjoy over ice on a hot day!