Recipes & Serving Ideas

Recipes & Serving Ideas

Sweet tea is delicious on its own, but it's also incredibly versatile! Here are some of our favorite ways to enjoy Southern Sweet Tea Company products.

Southern Sweet Tea

Classic Sweet Tea Cocktails

 

Sweet Tea Bourbon Smash

Sweet Tea Bourbon Smash

Mix 4 oz of our sweet tea with 2 oz bourbon, fresh mint leaves, and a squeeze of lemon. Muddle mint, add ice, and garnish with a lemon wheel and mint sprig. Perfect for summer evenings on the porch!

Sweet Tea Vodka Lemonade

Combine equal parts sweet tea and lemonade with 1.5 oz vodka. Serve over ice with a lemon slice. Refreshing and dangerously easy to drink!

Peach Sweet Tea Sangria

Peach Sweet Tea Sangria

Mix our sweet tea with white wine, peach schnapps, fresh peach slices, and berries. Let it chill for 2-4 hours, then serve over ice. Perfect for parties and gatherings!

Refreshing Mocktails

Sweet Tea Arnold Palmer

Sweet Tea Arnold Palmer

The classic! Mix equal parts sweet tea and fresh lemonade. Serve over ice with a lemon wedge. Simple, refreshing, and loved by all ages.

Sparkling Sweet Tea Spritzer

Combine our sweet tea with sparkling water and fresh fruit (try strawberries, peaches, or citrus). A lighter, bubbly twist on traditional sweet tea.

Mint Sweet Tea Cooler

Muddle fresh mint leaves with a splash of lime juice, add our sweet tea and ice. Garnish with mint and lime. Incredibly refreshing!

Georgia Peach Iced Tea bags pouch and a pitcher of cold fruit tea on a sunlit wooden patio table.

Brewing the Perfect Pitcher

Using our tea bags? Here's our tried-and-true method:

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil
  2. Remove from heat and add 4-6 tea bags (depending on desired strength)
  3. Steep for 5-7 minutes—no longer, or it may become bitter
  4. Remove tea bags and add 1 cup of sugar while tea is hot
  5. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved
  6. Add 4 cups of cold water
  7. Refrigerate until cold, then serve over ice

Pro tip: Adjust the sugar to your taste—start with less and add more if needed!

Family on porch with sweet tea

Food Pairings

Sweet tea pairs beautifully with:

  • BBQ and grilled meats
  • Fried chicken and Southern comfort food
  • Spicy dishes (the sweetness balances the heat!)
  • Sandwiches and picnic fare
  • Brunch dishes like biscuits and gravy

Share Your Creations!

We'd love to see how you enjoy our sweet tea! Tag us on social media with your recipes and serving ideas.