How to Make Sweet Tea-Southern Sweet Tea Recipe

Step 1

Boil 2 cups of water.

Step 2

Remove boiling water from heat.

Step 3

Mix in your 1 cup sugar and ⅛ teaspoon baking soda (optional, see notes) and stir until dissolved.

Step 4

Add 2 family sized tea bags to the water. Steep 15 minutes for strong tea flavor or 10 minutes for a lighter tea flavor.

Step 5

Remove tea bags.

Step 6

Add tea to your pitcher and add the remaining 6 cups of water. Stir.

Step 7

Refrigerate until ready to serve.