Food & Cooking Recipes Drink Recipes Sweet Tea Be the first to rate & review! By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 22, 2019 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: 4 cups For a fresh mint flavor, add a touch of our Mint Simple Syrup to the tea. Ingredients 6 black-tea bags ¾ cup sugar Mint sprigs, for garnish Directions Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat. Add tea bags; let steep 5 minutes. Remove tea bags, and discard. Stir in sugar until dissolved. Let cool slightly. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or up to 3 days. Serve over ice, garnished with mint sprigs. Rate it Print