Lemonade Sweet Tea

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Lemonade Sweet Tea
25 min.
25
43kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing twist on a classic favorite—Lemonade Sweet Tea! This delightful beverage combines the bright, zesty flavor of lemonade with the rich, subtle notes of sweet tea, creating a perfect thirst-quencher for those warm sunny days. Whether you're hosting a summer picnic, a backyard barbecue, or simply looking to upgrade your beverage game, this drink is sure to impress your guests and keep everyone cool and satisfied.

Not only is this recipe vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free, but it’s also dairy-free and low FODMAP, making it a versatile choice for gatherings catering to varied dietary preferences. With just 43 calories per serving, you can indulge in this sweet and citrusy delight without the guilt!

In just 25 minutes, you’ll create a pitcher filled with vibrant flavors, perfect for serving up to 25 guests or storing in your fridge for those moments when you need a refreshing sip. Garnished with fresh mint or slices of citrus, this beverage is as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. And for those looking for a little extra kick, our spiked version adds a dash of bourbon or spiced rum, elevating this drink to a delightful cocktail experience.

So gather your fresh mint, brew up some delicious tea, and get ready to sip on a summer classic that will have everyone coming back for more!

Ingredients

  • cup mint leaves fresh loosely packed
  • 12 oz lemonade concentrate frozen thawed canned
  • slices garnishes: orange lemon balm halved
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  •  family-size tea bags 
  • cups water 
  • cups water cold

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Bring 3 cups water to a boil in a 2-qt. saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and stir in fresh mint. Cover and steep 10 minutes.
  3. Discard tea bags and mint. Stir in sugar until dissolved.
  4. Pour tea into a 3-qt. container, and stir in 4 cups cold water and lemonade concentrate.
  5. Serve over ice.
  6. Garnish, if desired.
  7. Spiked Lemonade Sweet Tea: Prepare Lemonade Sweet Tea recipe as directed. Stir in 1 cup bourbon or 1 cup spiced dark rum just before serving.
  8. Garnish with fresh sugarcane and fresh pineapple slices, if desired.
  9. Ginger-and-Honey Sweet Tea: Prepare Southern Sweet Tea recipe as directed, omitting sugar and stirring in 1/2 cup honey and 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger.
  10. Garnish with lemon slices, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories43kcal
Protein0.87%
Fat2.47%
Carbs96.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.8
Glycemic Load
2.79
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.55391303344589%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.57mg
Hesperetin
0.19mg
Apigenin
0.1mg
Luteolin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:43.36kcal
2.17%
Fat:0.13g
0.19%
Saturated Fat:0.01g
0.05%
Carbohydrates:11.05g
3.68%
Net Carbohydrates:10.86g
3.95%
Sugar:10.05g
11.16%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:4.88mg
0.21%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.1g
0.2%
Vitamin C:2.37mg
2.87%
Vitamin A:78.16IU
1.56%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.18%
Source:My Recipes