Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea Recipe

This family heirloom recipe delivers the perfect glass of sweet tea, every single time! Experience the authentic taste of the South with this easy-to-follow recipe. Cool, refreshing, and perfectly balanced – it's the ultimate summer beverage.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 10 mins

Calories 112.9 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea

3 family-size tea bags (or 8 regular-sized tea bags)
Granulated Sugar
Boiling Water

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How to Make Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea

Bring 8 cups of water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan.
Add 3 family-size tea bags (or 8 regular-sized tea bags) to the boiling water.
Steep the tea for 3-5 minutes, or to your desired strength.
Remove the tea bags and stir in 1 ¾ cups of granulated sugar until completely dissolved.
Pour the hot, sweetened tea into a large pitcher.
Add cold water to the pitcher until it's full.
Stir gently to combine the hot and cold water.
Refrigerate the tea for at least 30 minutes to chill thoroughly.
Serve over ice. Garnish with lemon wedges or raspberries, if desired.
For an extra special touch, use tea ice cubes to prevent watering down your tea.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

116g

Fat

Carbs

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Cuisine Preparation North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages American Southern United States Easy

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea?

Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea takes about 15 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea?

Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea has approximately 112.9 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea?

The key ingredients for Southern Style Sweet Iced Tea are Family Size Tea Bags, Granulated Sugar, Boiling Water. See the full list with measurements above.