Refreshing Southern-Style Strawberry Sweet Tea
A vibrant Southern-style tea blending robust black tea with homemade strawberry syrup. Fizz from baking soda enhances the flavor, creating a refreshing, balanced summer beverage perfect for gatherings or casual sipping.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 8 cups water (divided)
- 8 black tea bags
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 4 cups strawberries (chopped)
Instructions
- Boil 2 cups water in a kettle or saucepan.
- Place 8 tea bags in a heatproof container, pour boiling water over them, and steep 5 minutes. Discard tea bags.
- Combine brewed tea with 4 cups cold water and 1 tsp baking soda in a pitcher.
- In a saucepan, simmer 2 cups water, 4 cups strawberries, and 1½ cups sugar for 20 minutes. Strain syrup to discard solids.
- Pour strawberry syrup into tea mixture and stir well. Refrigerate until chilled before serving.
Notes
Use ripe strawberries for optimal sweetness.
Adjust sugar to taste if needed.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Adjust sugar to taste if needed.
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.