Plantation Iced Tea Recipe

A deliciously refreshing twist on classic iced tea, inspired by Paula Deen! This recipe, perfect for hot summer days, combines the bold flavor of brewed tea with the sweetness of lemonade and the tropical tang of pineapple. Easy to make and guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 482.8 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Plantation Iced Tea

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How to Make Plantation Iced Tea

  1. In a large pitcher, combine 4 cups of boiling water, 6 black tea bags, 1 cup firmly packed fresh mint leaves, and 1 cup granulated sugar.
  2. Steep the tea mixture for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to fully infuse.
  3. Remove the tea bags, gently squeezing them to extract any remaining liquid. Discard the tea bags.
  4. Remove the mint leaves from the pitcher.
  5. Prepare 1 (12 ounce) can of frozen lemonade concentrate according to package directions and add it to the tea mixture.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of pineapple juice.
  7. Stir well to combine all ingredients. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly before serving.
  8. Serve over ice. Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and lemon wedges (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

465g

Fat

0g

Carbs

41g