National Sweet Tea Day

National Sweet Tea Day on August 21 is for Southern-style iced tea brewed strong and sweetened while hot. It is a different date from National Iced Tea Day in June.

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National Sweet Tea Day - National Sweet Tea Day on August 21 is for Southern-style iced tea brewed strong and sweetened while hot. It is a different date from National Iced Tea Day in June.

About National Sweet Tea Day

History & origins

August 21 is used for National Sweet Tea Day on several U.S. day calendars. The founder is not clearly documented. Sweet tea as a drink is a Southern table staple: black tea, sugar, ice.

Why it matters

The day keeps sweet tea from being collapsed into generic iced tea, which has its own June date on this site.

How to celebrate

Brew black tea, dissolve sugar while it is still hot, then chill and pour over ice. Serve with lemon if you like.

Facts

Sweet tea is typically sweetened while the tea is hot so the sugar dissolves
National Iced Tea Day is a separate June observance
The August 21 sweet-tea date is informal

Upcoming dates

Friday, August 21, 2026
Saturday, August 21, 2027
Monday, August 21, 2028
Tuesday, August 21, 2029
Wednesday, August 21, 2030

Frequently asked questions

When is National Sweet Tea Day in 2026?

National Sweet Tea Day in 2026 falls on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Is it the same as National Iced Tea Day?

No. Iced tea has a separate June date; sweet tea is the August 21 food day.

Who started it?

No verified founder is documented.

How do you celebrate?

Brew a pitcher of sweet tea and chill it properly before serving.

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