Thursday, October 13, 2011

Stone Cottage Sweet Tea

Everyone who drinks my sweet tea always says, "How do you make sweet tea?  I love this!"  Here is the recipe: 
 
 
 
Stone Cottage Sweet Tea

Water
Ice
1 Cup Sugar
2 Family Size Tea Bags

Fill a large sauce pan about three fourths full of water.  Add one cup of sugar.  DO NOT STIR.  Place the sauce pan over heat.  Let the sugar MELT into the water.  Once the water is boiling, turn off the heat.  Do not boil the tea.  Add two family size tea bags.  I use a chop stick to "dunk" them under the water a couple of times.  Let steep for at least 10 minutes.  Pour the tea into a large 4 quart (one gallon) pitcher filled about halfway with ice.  If the pitcher is not completely full, add more water. 
 
You know what to do next.  Pour yourself a glass and enjoy!
 
;-)  -Marci

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  1. Heather @ The Beating HearthApril 29, 2013 at 4:00 PM

    I love sweet tea. This summer I am going to make this every day!!! Thanks for linking up over at the IC!

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  2. Mary NeumannApril 29, 2013 at 6:31 PM

    GREAT share at our first link party at Inspiration Cafe! Perfect timing for summer...my husband's favorite is sweet tea! Pinning!!! Thank you!!!

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  3. Sally @DrinkingFromMySaucerApril 29, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    Oh, this sounds heavenly!

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  4. Danni@SiloHillFarmApril 30, 2013 at 7:28 AM

    Nectar of the Gods! I drink tea all day long, year round! Thank you for linking this one up!

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  5. Natalie @ NorthShore DaysMay 3, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    Seriously I did not know how to make sweet tea Marci - I buy the bottled stuff - I love it and its not cheap!I am making this!!!! Pinning!!!! Thanks for linking up - so excited to have you on board at IC too xx Nat

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  6. UnknownJuly 6, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Such a great simple recipe! I love sweet tea way too much lol.

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  7. UnknownJuly 25, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    Hi! Found this post on Project Stash blog hop on Seven Alive. I love sweet tea but have never attempted to make it myself. This sounds easy enough. I'm going to give it a try. Thanks for sharing!
    ~Jackie @ The Non-Martha Momma

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  8. Caravan SonnetAugust 12, 2013 at 1:29 PM

    This looks yummy! Can't wait to try this!!
    :) Rebecca

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  9. UnknownAugust 12, 2013 at 2:25 PM

    Tried this recipe and it was absolutely delicious xx Just started following your blog and love it maybe you would like to check us out and follow back?
    www.ourlondonwardrobe.com

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  10. bailey dailiesAugust 12, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    This looks delicious! Thanks for linking up with Mouthwatering Mondays!

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  11. Denyse @ Glitter, Glue, PaintSeptember 12, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    I live in the South and Sweet Tea is the only way to go. Yum!!

    Thanks for linking up to Throwback Thursdays.

    xoxo
    Denyse

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  12. Natasha in OzApril 7, 2014 at 10:21 PM

    That does sound so delicious-it must be very refreshing in summer!

    If you have a moment to spare I'd be thrilled if you could share your tea recipe at my weekly Say G'Day linky party. It's on right now and this would be a fabulous addition.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  13. MichelleApril 8, 2014 at 1:55 PM

    Looking forward to trying this! I love sweet tea and this recipe will be perfect for poolside! Visiting via Do Tell Tuesdays!

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  14. Natasha in OzApril 11, 2014 at 4:36 AM

    Thank you for joining in with my link up! You are so sweet.

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz
    xo

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  15. AngieOuellette-TowerSeptember 15, 2014 at 8:20 AM

    This wonderful post received the most "likes" from last month's Themed Blog & Shop Hop & is being featured on my blog today: http://www.godsgrowinggarden.com/2014/09/august-2014-themed-blog-shop-hop-results_15.html
    Thanks Marci!
    Angie

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  16. LeslieOctober 15, 2014 at 9:32 AM

    I love sweet tea! I've laid off a little because i'm trying not to drink my calories but sometimes I can't resist! Happy Wednesday!

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  17. StephanieMay 7, 2015 at 11:11 AM

    Mmmm.... I love a cold glass of sweet tea. My husband loves his sweet tea and I make a jug twice a week since he goes through it so quickly :) Thanks for sharing with Roses of Inspiration.

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  18. AnonymousMay 7, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    This sounds wonderful. We make a similar tea but we will try yours for sure. Thanks for the recipe.

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  19. MilaMay 7, 2015 at 4:44 PM

    Mmmm so refreshing during hot days! I'm a tea lover :)

    xx
    Mila

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  20. MimiMay 8, 2015 at 1:27 AM

    Sounds completely delish! Mimi xxx

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  21. CherylMay 8, 2015 at 4:02 AM

    So thirsty for tea now, thanks for sharing!

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  22. kidgredientsMay 8, 2015 at 11:16 PM

    Awesome! Although summer is a distant memory here, I'm putting this one away for my book of tricks in the warmer weather!

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  23. Sherry Clitheroe (writing as Abigail Leigh Reed)May 11, 2015 at 11:38 PM

    Just like my grandma made! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty - we hope to see you again next week. :)

    ~Lorelai
    Life With Lorelai

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  24. Jas @ All that's JasMay 12, 2015 at 1:38 PM

    So refreshing! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things!

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  25. MicheleJuly 5, 2015 at 7:32 AM

    Thank you for posting. I'm def going to try this. I've been looking for a good sweet tea recipe! Pinned! ;)

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  26. Nora @ Teacup TalesJuly 6, 2015 at 11:21 PM

    Thanks for sharing. I've never had sweet tea before but hear about it all the time in books and other blogs. It's not commonly made here on the west coast. Found your blog through Roses of Inspiration.

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  27. Jodi HunterNovember 13, 2015 at 3:55 PM

    This sounds like a super easy sweet tea recipe, Thanks

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  28. handmade by amaliaApril 20, 2016 at 9:27 AM

    Just right for summer. Thanks for sharing all your tips.
    Amalia
    xo

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  29. Karren HallerApril 25, 2016 at 9:28 PM

    I love my tea in the evening!!

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  30. LaurieJuly 6, 2016 at 11:08 PM

    Marci, I'm not a tea drinker, but my husband loves it. He likes to make it himself and no wonder, how do you make something that you don't like yourself? I'm going to have to try your recipe and see if I can get a thumbs up! Thanks for sharing with us at Brag About It! Have a great week!
    ~Laurie

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  31. Joanne March 18, 2017 at 8:33 AM

    Oh yum!! I love sweet tea and it's not easy to find in New England so I have to make my own.

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  32. MariaMarch 28, 2017 at 7:36 AM

    Great! needed a Ice tea recipe, Thanks
    Maria

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  33. https://www.vintagesouthernpicks.comMarch 28, 2017 at 5:50 PM

    OK, now I know you're a Southerner, and if you aren't, we'll make you an honorary one. I'm one, but I've never known how to make good sweet tea. And you know Southerners drink sweet tea....always!

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  34. Dee | GrammysGrid.comApril 13, 2017 at 2:21 AM

    Thanks for attending the #WednesdayAIMLinkParty, I shared your post.

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  35. CristinaApril 13, 2017 at 3:24 AM

    This sounds so tasty. And perfect for the summer time.

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  36. Our Little YardenApril 17, 2017 at 4:23 PM

    I must try and make some of my own sweet tea !! Thank you for the recipe Marci

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  37. EmilyApril 25, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    I love sweet iced tea! Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty

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  38. UnknownApril 28, 2017 at 10:14 AM

    Thanks for sharing with us at Funtastic Friday!

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  39. Jas @All that's JasMay 29, 2017 at 10:32 AM

    Sounds so refreshing! I prefer iced over a hot tea any time of the year :)

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  40. Alexa-asimplelifeJune 13, 2017 at 8:56 AM

    Reading this reminds me of childhood summers.
    Our only refreshing drink besides water was mothers version of iced tea.
    It was black tea that had been steeped and cooled. More water added then three tablespoons of sugar added to the jug. Ice cubes added as a special treat or even some Lemon juice....but I preferred it plain and ice cold from the fridge!
    Simple days.
    My father especially enjoyed it after a long hot day in a car making factory ...all many many moons ago

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  41. Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & BeyondJune 26, 2017 at 5:19 AM

    I usually drink my tea black Marci and like the herbal blends. I've often heard of iced tea especially in the US but I haven't tasted it. I do know a cup of tea on a hot day is refreshing but now I should try it in the cool version.
    Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond

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  42. emmaDecember 6, 2017 at 11:59 PM

    Delicious!

    I found some camping cooking tips here that might be useful! x

    https://notquitewild.com/camping/camp-cooking-tips-camping-stress-free/

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  43. retirementreflectionsJanuary 25, 2018 at 8:35 PM

    Thanks for the recipe and the extra tips. I look forward to trying it!

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  44. Dee | GrammysGrid.comJanuary 26, 2018 at 3:39 PM

    YUM!!! Shared onto Fb, G+, Pn, and Tw ♥

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  45. Jean | DelightfulRepast.comJuly 4, 2019 at 8:16 PM

    Marci, my brother always loved sweet tea. I think his wife made it even sweeter than you do! Happy summer! #SummerFun

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