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Homemade sweet tea syrup in a glass with water added making homemade southern sweet tea.

Sweet Tea Syrup

Make the perfect batch of Southern sweet tea any time with this easy homemade sweet tea syrup recipe. Ideal for summer sipping, prepping ahead, and saving fridge space!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Resting Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 5 Cups
Calories: 97kcal
Cost: $2.25

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cup
  • Pitcher
  • Mason jar or airtight container

Ingredients

  • 4 cups filtered water
  • 4 cups granulated sugar
  • 25 small black tea bags (25 single serve bags or 12 family size bags or 4 gallon size bags.)

Instructions

  • Boil the water and sugar
    In a medium saucepan, combine 4 cups water and 4 cups sugar. Bring to a boil over high heat, whisking frequently until the sugar dissolves.
  • Steep the tea bags
    Remove the pot from the heat. Add 25 small black tea bags (or 12 family-size or 4 gallon size) and steep for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 hour for stronger flavor.
  • Cool and store
    Remove the tea bags. Let the syrup cool, then pour into a mason jar or airtight glass container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.

Notes

How to Use Sweet Tea Syrup

Use this sweet tea syrup just like a concentrate. Here's the basic ratio:
  • 1 cup syrup + 2 quarts cold water
  • 2 cups syrup + 1 gallon water
You can always adjust to taste. Add more syrup for sweeter tea or less for a lighter brew. Serve over ice and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 97kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Sodium: 1.4mg | Sugar: 25g