GOOD OL' ALABAMA SWEET TEA

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This sweet tea is found in houses, churches, and cafes all over the great state of Alabama. If you're north of the Mason-Dixon, you've NEVER had tea this good! Fresh-squeezed lemon, lime, or orange juice can be added for an extra flavor.

Provided by LOVECATS2001

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Tea     Iced Tea Recipes

Time 11m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
½ gallon water
1 tray ice cubes
3 family sized teabags of orange pekoe tea
3 cups cold water, or as needed

Steps:

  • Pour the sugar into a large pitcher. Bring water to a boil in a large pan. When the water begins to boil, remove from the heat, and place the teabags in. Let steep for 5 to 6 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags, and return tea to the heat. Bring just to a boil, then pour into the pitcher, and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Fill the pitcher half way with ice, and stir until most of it melts. Then fill the pitcher the rest of the way with cold water, and stir until blended.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25 g, Sodium 4.2 mg, Sugar 25 g

Emxry Kxm
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This is the best sweet tea recipe I've ever tried.


Salahdeen 786
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I love that this tea is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Moriom Begom
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This tea is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends and family.


Peter Ssenyonga
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I love the refreshing taste of this tea. It's the perfect drink for a summer picnic.


Mia Silva
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This tea is the perfect way to relax and unwind at the end of a long day.


Marcelo Guiterrez
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I've tried many sweet tea recipes, but this one is my favorite. It's the perfect combination of sweet and tangy.


jhx97
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This tea is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Nalulungi Zariah
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I love that this tea is not too sweet. It's the perfect balance of flavors.


Mdshimul Ail
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This is the best sweet tea recipe I've ever had. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Nkechi Ogbonna
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I've made this tea several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it tastes great.


Zimkhitha Makohliso
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This tea is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Ahumuza Jonan
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I love the addition of mint to this tea. It gives it a really nice flavor.


Matthew Ryan
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This is my go-to sweet tea recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Adama Bangura
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This tea is so refreshing and flavorful. I love that I can adjust the sweetness to my liking.


Koke Licovoli
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I'm not usually a fan of sweet tea, but this recipe changed my mind. It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart.


Salin Stha
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I made this tea for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it! It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Khadim Hussain Bhatti
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This is the best sweet tea recipe I've ever tried. It's so refreshing and flavorful. I love the combination of black tea, sugar, lemon, and mint. It's the perfect drink for a hot summer day.