Anyone know why she adds baking soda to this drink?

[cynupstateny]

http://www.afarmgirlsdabbles.com/2012/07/25/raspberry-iced-tea-recipe/

 

[gayr]

Cyn, Scroll down and read the third paragraph

http://www.npr.org/programs/atc/features/2002/aug/icedtea/

 

[charlie]

I heard that it keeps the tea clear and lowers the acidity.

 

[cynupstateny]

Huh, never knew that. I'll try it. Thanks!