In the realm of refreshing beverages, sweet lime iced tea emerges as an exquisite fusion of tangy citrus and invigorating black tea. This delightful drink, rooted in the vibrant culinary traditions of Southeast Asia, has captivated palates worldwide with its harmonious blend of flavors. Whether you seek a revitalizing thirst quencher on a sweltering summer day or a soothing companion for leisurely afternoons, this article will guide you through the art of crafting the perfect sweet lime iced tea. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the delicate balance of flavors, we will embark on a culinary journey to unlock the secrets of this tantalizing beverage.
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SWEET LIME ICED TEA
What's more Southern than sweet iced tea? I've lived in Florida all my life, yet I'm not a huge fan of the overly sweet iced tea that is popular here in the South. My grandma has made this version for as long as I can remember and it is the BEST!! Not too sweet, and not too bitter...and the fresh lime juice --- amazing!!!
Provided by CookinginFL
Categories Drinks Recipes Tea Iced Tea Recipes
Time 4h
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pour the water into a gallon sized jar over the tea bags. Allow to steep for 45 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags. Stir in the sugar and lime juice until the sugar has dissolved. Cool to room temperature; refrigerate until cold before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.9 calories, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 18.9 g
SWEET LIME ICED TEA
During the Summer I make several gallons of this iced tea. I never thought adding lime juice to iced tea, could taste sooo good! It's a nice change from the sweetened lemon iced tea I usually make.
Provided by Cindi M Bauer
Categories Other Drinks
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- 1. In a (2-quart) heat-proof glass pitcher, add the tea bags to it. (If the tea bags have strings attached, be sure to remove them first.)
- 2. Pour boiling water over tea bags in the pitcher. Cover the pitcher, and allow tea to steep for 45 minutes. (I covered the pitcher with Saran Wrap.)
- 3. After the has steeped for 45 minutes, remove tea bags from the pitcher, and discard them.
- 4. To the pitcher, add the 3/4 cup of sugar, plus the 2-1/2 tablespoons of sugar; stir thoroughly to dissolve the sugar.
- 5. Add the juice of 2 limes to the pitcher, and stir. (For more lime flavor, add the juice from half of a lime as well.)
- 6. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then place tea in the refrigerator to chill.
- 7. Pour chilled tea into glasses filled with ice. Serve tea immediately.
- 8. *Note: For more lime flavor, add the juice of 2 and a 1/2 limes. Also, I usually double this recipe, and make the tea in a gallon size glass jar. Then I'll use 12 cups of boiling water, 14 tea bags, 1-1/2 cups of sugar, plus a 1/3 cup of sugar, and the juice of 4 limes (possibly 4-1/2 limes). This makes: 13-1/2 cups of tea (or) 105-ounces. One more thing I wanted to mention, if using a gallon size glass jar to make the tea, I'll cover the jar with an 8-1/2 inch glass dinner plate, while the tea is steeping.
SWEET LIME ICED TEA
Make and share this Sweet Lime Iced Tea recipe from Food.com.
Provided by tinebean21
Categories Beverages
Time 1h
Yield 1 gallon, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pour the water into a gallon sized jar over the tea bags.
- Allow to steep for 45 minutes.
- Remove and discard the tea bags.
- Stir in the sugar and lime juice until the sugar has dissolved.
- Cool to room temperature; refrigerate until cold before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103.5, Sodium 10.2, Carbohydrate 27.4, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 25.3, Protein 0.2
Tips:
- Choose ripe sweet limes: Look for limes that are fully yellow in color, as these will have the sweetest flavor.
- Use filtered or distilled water: This will help to ensure that your iced tea has a clean, refreshing taste.
- Sweeten to taste: Add sugar or honey to taste, depending on how sweet you like your iced tea.
- Chill before serving: For the best flavor, chill your iced tea for at least 2 hours before serving.
Conclusion:
Sweet lime iced tea is a delicious and refreshing beverage that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. So next time you are looking for a refreshing drink, give sweet lime iced tea a try!
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