Food and Recipes Drinks The Best Iced Tea Makers for Hot Summer Days Brew a homemade batch of the South’s favorite beverage with these kitchen tools. By Grace Haynes Grace Haynes Grace is a former Associate Homes Editor for Southern Living. She covered a variety of topics for print and digital, from design and flower arranging to cottage gardens and pets. Before moving to the Homes team, she joined Southern Living as a copy editor. Off the clock, find her strolling through neighborhoods around the South to admire the houses and snapping photos of colorful front doors. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on July 23, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Nothing goes better with an afternoon sitting on the porch or an evening grilling out in the backyard than a refreshing glass of iced tea. A crisp, cold cup of this classic Southern beverage is the ultimate antidote to sweltering summer heat. In the South, preferred types of tea are a personal (and sometimes controversial) choice. On the one side, passionate sweet tea purists (find out our secret to making the best batch). On the other, iced tea stalwarts who'd never consider sipping on the sweet stuff. And somewhere in between are the creatives who toss in fruity flavors like peach or raspberry. Whatever your go-to brew, there's likely a pitcher chilling in the fridge in case company comes by. Here, our top iced tea makers so you'll have your favorite ready to pour all summer long. Courtesy of Amazon Non-electric: Takeya Flash Chill Iced Tea Maker BUY IT: $27; amazon.com Use this dishwasher-safe, 2-quart pitcher to quickly and easily brew iced tea on a hot summer day. Refreshing batches are ready in less than 10 minutes. Add your choice of tea to the infuser, pour in boiling water, and let brew. Toss in some ice and shake for 30 seconds to flash chill your tea. With a leakproof lid, this budget-friendly pitcher can be stored on its side to fit in the fridge. Courtesy of Amazon Electric: Nostalgia Iced Coffee Maker BUY IT: $40; amazon.com Amazon's best-selling iced tea maker won't break the bank. This model brews big batches; its glass pitcher holds 3 quarts, so you can easily serve a crowd when hosting family and friends for dinner. Nostalgia's electric tea maker allows you to choose your brew strength for your favorite loose leaf tea or tea bags. It can also be used to make cold brews and iced lattes, so you can enjoy coffeeshop favorites at home. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit