Description
Watermelon Sweet Tea is the ultimate refreshing drink for your summer gatherings, combining the sweetness of juicy watermelon with the classic flavor of sweet tea. This delightful beverage is perfect for barbecues, picnics, or simply enjoying by the pool on a hot day. Its vibrant color and thirst-quenching qualities make it a standout choice for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a delicious homemade drink that will impress your guests. Serve it chilled with fresh mint garnish for an added touch of elegance!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 quarts filtered water
- 6 tea bags (Luzianne preferred)
- 12 cups seeded watermelon chunks
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Sweet Tea Base: In a large saucepan, combine sugar and filtered water. Bring to a boil over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and steep tea bags for 15 minutes.
- Puree the Watermelon: Blend watermelon chunks with lime juice until smooth, then strain into a gallon-sized pitcher.
- Combine and Serve: Remove tea bags, pour sweetened tea into the pitcher with watermelon puree, stir well, and serve over ice-filled glasses. Garnish with fresh mint if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg