Sun Tea

Make Sun Tea

Those hot summer days
are perfect for making
a jar of sun tea!

Use solar power to make
a refreshing drink!







What You Will Need:

• 1-quart Glass Jar with Lid
• 3 Teabags (kids really enjoy citrus-flavored teas)
• Liquid Measuring Cup
• Water
• Ice Cubes
• Sugar (optional)
• Lemon Slices, Orange Slices, or Raspberries (optional)
• Mint Leaves (optional)

What You Do:

• Place 3 tea bags into a glass jar, then pour 3 cups of cold water into the jar.
• Place the lid on the jar, then put the jar outside in the sun for two to three hours.
• When the tea is done, bring the jar inside and remove the teabags.
• Add ice cubes to the tea to make iced tea.
• If you like, add sugar and fruit slices or berries to your tea.
• Store leftover tea in the refrigerator to enjoy another day.

Variations:

• Add mint leaves to your tea for a refreshing taste!
• Experiment with different kinds of tea to see which flavor you like the best.
• Wash the petals of johnny-jump-up flowers from your garden, and add them to your tea as a garnish.

The Science:
The energy from the sun, heats up the water in the jar and brews the tea.