You already have it in your pantry.
Its an old-school Southern tip that uses an ingredient you already have in your pantry:baking soda.
I find that it makes a superior glass of iced tea.
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The baking soda does a couple of things: first, it makes a clearer cup of tea.
With a relatively long steep time, Southern iced tea can get a bit cloudy.
A pinch of baking soda helps to clear up the mixture, making it more attractive.
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We drink first with our eyes, right?
Second, it helps mellow the bitterness just slightly and makes for a smoother iced tea.
Once boiling, remove from the heat and add the tea bags.
Steep for 7 minutes.
Remove the tea bags and add sugar, to taste, and baking soda.
Serve over ice with lemon, if desired.
Store leftover tea in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
