McDonald's Sweet Tea (Copycat Recipe)

This classic sweet tea recipe captures the refreshing, sweet flavor of McDonald's beloved beverage. With its perfect balance of brewed black tea and sugar, it's an ideal drink for warm days or any time you crave a sweet, Southern-style refreshment. This recipe is simple to make and can be adjusted to suit your sweetness preference.

Ingredients:

• 4 cups water
• 4 black tea bags
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup cold water
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil.
2. Once boiling, remove from heat and add the black tea bags. Allow to steep for about 5 minutes.
3. Remove the tea bags and stir in the granulated sugar until fully dissolved.
4. Add 1 cup of cold water to the sweetened tea and stir to combine.
5. Let the tea cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until chilled.
6. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices if desired.