For a richer flavor, try using brown sugar instead of granulated sugar. Adjust the amount of sugar to your personal preference. Start with less and add more to taste. Experiment with different tea flavors, such as black tea or green tea, to create your own unique blend. Fresh mint leaves added during the steeping process can impart a lovely, refreshing aroma.
Good Ol' Alabama Sweet Tea
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PREP TIME1 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME11 mins
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SERVING16 People
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VIEWS546
A taste of Southern hospitality, this sweet tea recipe evokes memories of sun-drenched porches and lazy afternoons. A true Alabama classic, this brew is both refreshing and deeply comforting, perfect for sharing with friends and family. Its balanced sweetness and subtle tea notes make it an irresistible treat.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate25 g
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Sodium4 mg
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Sugar25 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 2 mins In a large pitcher (at least 1-gallon capacity), pour in the sugar. (2 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 9 mins In a large saucepan, bring 0.5 gallon (8 cups) of water to a rolling boil over high heat. (8-10 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 6 mins Once boiling, remove the saucepan from the heat and gently place the tea bags into the hot water. Allow the tea to steep for 5-6 minutes to extract the full flavor. (5-6 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Carefully remove the tea bags from the saucepan, squeezing gently to release any remaining liquid back into the tea. Return the tea to the heat and bring it just to a simmer – do not boil. (2 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Pour the hot tea into the pitcher containing the sugar. Stir vigorously until the sugar is completely dissolved, creating a sweet tea concentrate. (3 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Fill the pitcher halfway with ice cubes. Stir until most of the ice has melted, chilling the tea. (5 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Fill the remainder of the pitcher with cold water, adjusting the amount to reach your desired strength and sweetness. Stir well to combine all ingredients. (2 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View Serve immediately over ice, or refrigerate for a refreshing treat later. Garnish with lemon slices or mint sprigs, if desired.
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Loren Rath
Aug 2, 2024This is the perfect sweet tea recipe! I grew up in Alabama and this tastes just like my grandma's.
Triston Littel
Feb 13, 2023Easy to follow and delicious! I added a few slices of lemon and it was a hit at our barbecue.
Adella Buckridge
Oct 1, 2022I usually don't like sweet tea, but this recipe is perfectly balanced. Not too sweet, not too weak.