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12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You

Sweet tea isn’t just a Southern favorite anymore. Here are the 12 best sweet tea recipes around.
By Amber McKynzie · Updated October 26, 2020
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Governor’s Mansion Summer Peach Tea Punch

My Recipes helps peach nectar and frozen lemonade go a long way in this crafty concoction.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
02
Chilled Apple Tea

Country Living transforms black tea and apple juice into a tasty afternoon treat.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
03
Ginger and Honey Sweet Tea

My Recipes brings you this ginger and honey combination was made to soothe the soul.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
04
Citrus Sweet Tea

My Recipes offers this tangy sweet tea rendition with an exotic twist.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
05
Lemon-Blueberry Sweet Tea

Try this refreshing sweet tea twist fused with frozen fruit, brought to you by My Recipes. 

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
06
Lemonade Sweet Tea

Known as an Arnold Palmer to most, My Recipes breaks down the perfect sweet-and-sour mix to quench your thirst.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
07
Lemony Spiked Sweet Tea

According to Martha Stewart, adding a little something special to your tea from time to time never hurt anybody.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
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Blackberry Sweet Tea

Switch up this classic sugary substance with fresh chopped mint, frozen blackberries and a pinch of baking soda. Check out My Recipes for instructions.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
09
Slightly Sweet Tea

If you’re looking for a healthier version to your favorite sweet drink, try My Recipes’ 68-calorie sweet tea rendition.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
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Mint Julep Sweet Tea

My Recipes blends this savory beverage with fresh mint leaves, a sliced lemon and a cup of bourbon to bring out the tea’s classic flavor.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
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Sweet Tea Dulce de Leche

Thanks to My Recipes, this combination of two sweet delicacies is perfect over ice or ice cream, whichever you prefer.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You
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Southern Sweet Tea

Have the South’s classic sweet drink at your fingertips in 30 minutes or less. Check out the recipe at My Recipes.

12 Refreshing Sweet Tea Recipes For the Southern Belle In You