A Secret Ingredient To Southern Style Sweet Tea Recipe

Unlock the secret to the best Southern sweet tea! This recipe, passed down through generations of a Georgia family, uses a unique blend of black tea and Earl Grey for an unparalleled depth of flavor. The key? Adding sugar directly to the brewing tea for a richer, more integrated sweetness that goes beyond simply adding sugar to brewed tea. Learn how to make this easy stovetop sweet tea, perfect for hot summer days or any occasion. Adjust the sweetness to your liking – it's all about that perfect balance!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 96.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for A Secret Ingredient To Southern Style Sweet Tea

  • 4 cups water
  • 6 black tea bags + 2 Earl Grey tea bags
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

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How to Make A Secret Ingredient To Southern Style Sweet Tea

  1. Boil 4 cups of water in a saucepan.
  2. Add 6 black tea bags and 2 Earl Grey tea bags to the boiling water.
  3. Remove from heat and let steep for 5 minutes.
  4. Remove tea bags and stir in 1 cup of granulated sugar (or to taste).
  5. Return the saucepan to low heat and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  6. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  7. Fill a pitcher with ice.
  8. Pour the sweet tea over the ice.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

99g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g

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