Sweet Tea Recipe - Concentrated and Canned

• Fill a large pot with 24 cups of water and bring to a simmer
• Add the 24 tea bags and allow to simmer for 20 minutes more
• While it is simmering add 1 1/4 cups of sugar to 6 quart jars
• Once the 20 minutes is up remove the tea bags and add the tea to the jars and stir well.
• Wipe each jar with a small amount of vinegar on a cloth and add the lid and ring and tighten to finger tight.
• Place your jars into the water bath canner and cover with water. Make sure you have 2 inches of water covering the tops of the jars.
• Bring the water to a rolling boil and start your timer for 10 minutes.
• When 10 minutes is up, turn off the heat and allow them to sit in the canner for 5 minutes.
• Now remove your jars carefully by using a canning jar lifter and set them on a towel. You should hear them “pop” and seal.
• or you can also process your jars for 10 minutes in your pressure canner.
• Allow the jars to sit on the counter undisturbed overnight.
• After 24 hours check the seals and store until your ready to use it.

To make the sweet tea, add 1 quart jar to 3 quart jars of water, total will equal 16 cups of sweet tea.

You can add freshly squeezed lemon juice or slices to your tea if you wish.

Enjoy your sweet tea!