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Mountain Moonshine Sweet Tea

Name: Mountain Moonshine Sweet Tea
Prep time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 3 black tea bags; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice; 1/2 cup bourbon (optional); Lemon slices for garnish

This sweet tea is a staple in southern Appalachian culture, reminiscent of the gatherings and community events in Demon's life, highlighting the blend of tradition and hardship in his environment.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 0 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

8 cups water
3 black tea bags
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup bourbon (optional)
Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

1
Boil water and steep tea bags for 5 minutes.
2
Remove tea bags and stir in sugar until dissolved.
3
Add lemon juice and chill.
4
Serve over ice with a splash of bourbon if desired, garnish with lemon slices.