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What makes my iced tea cloudy?

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justme Answered:

Try using simple syrup ( http://www.cherskitchen.com/recipes/condiments/simple_syrup.php ) to sweeten your tea instead of granulated sugar and also add a pinch of baking soda.

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Elizabeth - BetterRecipes Food Expert Answered:

Great question, I have the same problem sometimes!

The Tea Association of the USA has this to say...

when tea steeps, tannins - the natural compounds that color tea leaves - are released into the boiling water. The heat helps dissolve them, and the brew is clear enough to see through. But refrigeration causes tannins to separate out again, turning the tea murky. Generally, higher-quality tea contains more tannins (because it is richer in solids) and is more likely to become cloudy. Hard water is another culprit behind hazy tea.

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Graptos Answered:

Tensy'sMamma...The only time I've seen cloudy iced tea is when it's been in the frige to long, or if, when it was made, the container may have had sometinng else in it when the tea was added. I make iced tea by just adding really hot tap water to a clear glass pitcher, with one bag for every two cups of liquid,no bite, and yet mild(I don't add sugar) so if you prefer a stronger flavor, try one bag for 1 1/2 cups and leave the bags in till you have the full body you enjoy!

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Tensy's Momma Answered:

I contacted Lipton Tea Co. They said higher quality tea has more tannins in it and they cause tea to cloud. To clear it up just add a small amount of boiling water. Have not tried this yet.