Directions

• STEP ONE
  Start by adding water to a large pot over high heat and bringing it to a boil. Add your yea bags to the boiling water and let it continue to boil for another 1-2 minutes. Turn off heat and let tea bags continue to steep for 15-20 minutes. **NOTE: The longer that the tea bags steep, the stronger the flavor. You can let them steep up to 30 minutes before it begins to get bitter.**

• STEP TWO

  Meanwhile, add in the La Fe brown sugar and stir until it’s fully incorporated and dissolved. Let the mixture cool completely, about 1 hour or so.

• STEP THREE

  In a large pitcher, add steeped tea mixture (keeping the tea bags out), lemon slices, baking soda, and 3 cups of ice, and refrigerate immediately to keep it cold, about 30 minutes to an hour.

• STEP FOUR

  Once sweet tea has chilled considerably, serve: Pouring sweet tea into a prepared glass(es) and adding a slice or two of lemon if desired.

• STEP FIVE

  Sip and enjoy!