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Old-fashioned Southern Sweet Sun Tea

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 180 minutes
  • Total Time: 190 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Infusion
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A refreshing and sweet Southern sun tea that evokes nostalgia and is perfect for warm summer days.


Ingredients

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  • 4 black tea bags
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • Lemon slices (optional)
  • Fresh mint (optional)

Instructions

  1. Gather your ingredients.
  2. Combine the tea bags and sugar in a clear glass jar.
  3. Add water to the jar and stir gently.
  4. Let the jar sit in the sun for about 3 to 5 hours.
  5. Remove the tea bags and stir the mixture.
  6. Serve the tea over ice, adding lemon slices and mint if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 112g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 112g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg