Start by heating 4 cups of water in a kettle or pot to a rolling boil. Remove the water from the fire as soon as it begins to boil rapidly.

Add the tea bags to the boiled water and let them steep for about 5 minutes. Steeping the tea bags for too long can result in a bitter taste, so be mindful of the time.

After the tea has steeped, remove the tea bags and add sugar to the hot tea. Stir well until the sugar dissolves completely.

Then, fill a pitcher or large container with 4 cups of cold water. Pour the sweetened tea into the container slowly while giving it a little toss to blend the flavors.

Place the container with the sweet tea in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least an hour. This will allow the flavors to meld together and create a refreshing beverage.