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In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the tea bags and the pinch of baking soda (if using). Let the tea steep for 5-7 minutes.
02
Once the sweet tea is chilled, pour in the bourbon, lemon juice and dashes of bitters. Stir well to combine.
03
Fill individual glasses with ice. Tall glasses or mason jars are perfect. Pour the Bourbon Sweet Tea over the ice and garnish with a fresh