Ingredients for Iced Tea Syrup
- 2 cups water
- 6 black tea bags (or to taste)
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Lemon
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How to Make Iced Tea Syrup
- Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
- Remove from heat and immediately add 6 black tea bags (or to taste).
- Steep for 15 minutes, ensuring the tea bags are fully submerged.
- Remove tea bags and gently squeeze to extract any remaining liquid.
- Stir in 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon baking soda until completely dissolved.
- Add ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons).
- Let the syrup cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- To serve: Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 2-4 tablespoons of tea syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference).
- Top with cold water.
- Garnish with a lemon wedge and enjoy your perfectly brewed iced tea!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
119g
Fat
0g
Carbs
10g