First Presbyterian Iced Tea Recipe

Escape the heat with this incredibly refreshing First Presbyterian Iced Tea recipe! A perfectly balanced blend of sweet and tart, this Southern classic is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. This recipe yields a refreshing gallon of iced tea.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 1648.9 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for First Presbyterian Iced Tea

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How to Make First Presbyterian Iced Tea

  1. In a large (gallon-size) pitcher or crock, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar.
  2. Juice 4 large lemons; set aside lemon rinds.
  3. Strain the lemon juice into the pitcher with the sugar.
  4. Heat 4 cups of water to a boil. Pour the boiling water over the reserved lemon rinds. Let steep for 5 minutes. Strain the lemon rind water into the pitcher.
  5. Boil the remaining 4 cups of water. Add 8 family size tea bags (or equivalent loose leaf tea); steep for 5-7 minutes. Remove tea bags and strain the tea into the pitcher.
  6. Add the remaining 8 cups of cold water to the pitcher.
  7. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  8. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving for optimal flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

1631g

Fat

0g

Carbs

144g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make First Presbyterian Iced Tea?

First Presbyterian Iced Tea takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in First Presbyterian Iced Tea?

First Presbyterian Iced Tea has approximately 1648.9 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 144 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for First Presbyterian Iced Tea?

The key ingredients for First Presbyterian Iced Tea are Sugar, Lemons, Loose Tea, Water. See the full list with measurements above.

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