Iced Tea Syrup Recipe

Craft the perfect glass of iced tea with this easy-to-make syrup! Our secret ingredient, baking soda, prevents clouding, ensuring a vibrant and refreshing beverage every time. This concentrate is perfect for sweet tea lovers, allowing you to customize the sweetness to your liking. Make a big batch and enjoy delicious iced tea all summer long!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 118.3 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Iced Tea Syrup

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How to Make Iced Tea Syrup

  1. Bring 2 cups of water to a rolling boil in a saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat and immediately add 6 black tea bags (or to taste).
  3. Steep for 15 minutes, ensuring the tea bags are fully submerged.
  4. Remove tea bags and gently squeeze to extract any remaining liquid.
  5. Stir in 1 ½ cups granulated sugar and ½ teaspoon baking soda until completely dissolved.
  6. Add ½ cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 large lemons).
  7. Let the syrup cool completely before storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  8. To serve: Fill a tall glass with ice. Add 2-4 tablespoons of tea syrup (adjust to your sweetness preference).
  9. Top with cold water.
  10. 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