RUTH'S SECRET SWEET ICED TEA

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Sweet and refreshing tea; back in the 1950's-60's my best friend's mom (Ruth) used to make this every day and served it poolside when we were kids. The "secret" is adding the sugar to taste to the strong brew, then adding ice cubes.

Provided by Treewoman

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

9 -10 tea bags
ice cube
water (1/2 kettle full)
sugar (to taste)
1 lemon

Steps:

  • Place the tea bags in half of a large kettle of water and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes.
  • Remove tea bags and add sugar until the bitterness is gone. Add 3 trays of ice cubes (36 cubes) and stir.
  • Add juice of one lemon, or to taste. Slice the squeezed lemon and put in pitcher or glasses. Serve over ice.

Brantleigh Outley
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This tea is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it with any type of tea.


Zara qazi
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I made this tea for a picnic and it was the perfect drink to keep us cool and refreshed.


Nisan Ogunsan
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This tea is so refreshing and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet.


Precious Mgbeike
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I've been making this tea for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for any occasion.


Donnie Adkins
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This tea is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always ready when I want it.


Mariam Nakash
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I made this tea for my friends and they all loved it. It's a great way to cool down on a hot day.


Joseph Manari
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This tea is so refreshing and flavorful. I love the hint of lemon.


Jamaal Lynn
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I've tried many different iced tea recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect blend of flavors.


Ahh Uhh
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This tea is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it with any type of tea.


Kaylaynn Campbell
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I made this tea for a picnic and it was the perfect drink to keep us cool and refreshed.


ROCK ARAFAT
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This tea is so refreshing and flavorful. I love that it's not too sweet.


Yathu Yathu
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I've been making this tea for years and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for any occasion.


Scott Goolsby
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This tea is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always ready when I want it.


Bobbie Bois
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I made this tea for my family and they all loved it. It's a great way to cool down on a hot day.


Aimal kamal
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This tea is so delicious and refreshing. I love the hint of cinnamon.


Rashed Bhuiyan
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I've tried many different iced tea recipes, but this one is by far my favorite. It's the perfect balance of sweet and refreshing.


Infemoca Tactical Accesories Store
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This tea is so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love that I can adjust the sweetness to my liking.


Saith Shahri
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I made this tea for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Senyo Benedict
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This was the best iced tea I have ever had. It was so refreshing and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


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