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Beat the Heat with Refreshing Southern-Style Iced Tea

When the mercury rises, there’s nothing quite like a glass of chilled tea to quench your thirst. Our Southern-style iced tea recipe is a game-changer, giving lemonade a run for its money as the ultimate hot-weather drink.

A Perfect Blend of Flavors

This refreshing brew combines the subtle taste of green tea with the sweetness of sugar and the zing of fresh lime juice, all infused with the cooling essence of mint. The result is a drink that’s both soothing and invigorating.

Easy to Make, Easy to Enjoy

With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of this delicious tea in no time. Here’s what you’ll need:

Tea Ingredients

• 8 cups (2 quarts) water
• 8 green tea bags
• 1 bunch fresh mint
• 1 1/2 cups superfine or granulated sugar

To Serve

• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 4 medium limes)
• Ice
• 6 fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
• 1 medium lime, cut into sixths, for garnish (optional)

Steep, Stir, and Serve

To make the tea, simply bring the water to a simmer, add the tea bags and mint, and let steep for 10 minutes. Then, discard the tea bags, add the sugar, and stir until dissolved. Let the tea cool to room temperature before refrigerating it for at least 2 hours.

Add a Squeeze of Freshness

Once the tea is chilled, remove the mint and stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust the sweetness and tartness to your liking. Serve over ice with a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime, if desired.

A Refreshing Twist on a Classic

This Southern-style iced tea is a unique spin on a traditional favorite. The addition of fresh mint and lime juice gives it a bright, revitalizing flavor that’s perfect for hot summer days. So why settle for ordinary lemonade when you can have a glass of this amazing tea instead?