Today, June 21st, is the longest day of the year and the official first day of Summer!Known as Summer Solstice, today marks when the sun is directly above the Tropic of Cancer and which runs through Mexico, the Bahamas, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, India, and southern China. For those living above the Tropic of Cancer, it is the longest day of the year. People around the world celebrate the summer solstice with feasts, bonfires, picnics, as well as traditional songs and dances.
What better way to celebrate summer than with Sun Tea! If you have nevertried it, there’s no better time! According to Pear Tree Kitchen, here’s what you need and how to do it safely:
Equipment
Large Glass Jar with lid
Ingredients
4 to 8 tea bags
1-gallon water
Sweetener of Choice, ideally a simple syrup
Lemon slices or wedges optional
Instructions
Sterilize a clear container that will hold as much water as you are using.
Add water and tea bags to the container.
Set in direct sunlight for 1 to 4 hours or until tea is the color and strength you prefer. Do not leave in the sun for longer than 4 hours.
Remove tea bags.
Place tea in the refrigerator to cool.
Enjoy over ice with sweetener and lemons.
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