Why have one drink, when you’re able to have two?

Make double and triple the batch to serve guests at a picnic or barbecue.

Black tea is steeped in boiling water.

Southern Living Lemonade Iced Tea in a glass to serve with ice and lemon wedges

Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Then, sugar and lemon juice are added for the sweet-tart taste of fresh lemonade.

Of note, this recipe calls for a bit of baking soda.

Now why on Earth would we tell you to add baking soda to your iced tea?

It’s the secret tocrystal-clear tea.

Ingredients

7cupscold water, divided

2family-size(10 oz.

Remove pan from heat, and stir in tea bags and baking soda.

Let steep for 10 minutes.

Remove and discard tea bags.