Fresh raspberries and Southern sweet tea combine
to create a delicious, refreshing Raspberry Southern Sweet Iced Tea — no simple syrup required!
No artificial flavors — just pure, homemade goodness.
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If you prefer a sugar substitute, Splenda works well here — a good option for those managing blood sugar.
This tea is lovely to look at and tastes even better.
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Raspberry Southern Sweet Tea
Ingredients
- 3 Black tea bags (such as Lipton)
- 8 cups Water, divided
- 1 cup Sugar
- 12 oz Raspberries
Instructions
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Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
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Remove from heat and add the tea bags. Let steep for 15 minutes, then remove the bags.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 4 cups of water with the sugar and raspberries. Bring to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 10 minutes, mashing the raspberries as they cook to release their juices.
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Remove from heat and strain the mixture through cheesecloth or a fine strainer, discarding solids. You should be left with a vibrant raspberry syrup.
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Combine the brewed tea and the strained raspberry mixture in a large pitcher. Stir well and chill.
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Serve over plenty of ice and enjoy.
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