Southern Iced Tea Cocktail
Refreshingly smooth and irresistibly bold, the Southern Iced Tea Cocktail combines the quintessential charm of sweet tea with a spirited twist of bourbon for the perfect summer sipper. This recipe starts with steeped black tea, balanced by the richness of granulated sugar, tangy fresh lemon juice, and a cooling splash of cold water. Blended with smooth bourbon and served over ice, this cocktail captures the heart of Southern hospitality with every sip. Garnished with vibrant lemon slices and fragrant mint sprigs, it's an effortlessly elegant drink for outdoor gatherings, backyard barbecues, or relaxing evenings on the porch. Ideal for entertaining, this easy-to-make cocktail is sure to delight your guests with its refreshing and boozy charm.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces black tea bags
- 4 cups boiling water
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups cold water
- 0.5 cups fresh lemon juice
- 1 cups bourbon
- 2 cups ice cubes
- 4 slices lemon slices
- 4 sprigs mint sprigs
Instructions
Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot or kettle.
Add the black tea bags to the boiling water, remove from heat, and let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove the tea bags, gently squeezing out the liquid, and discard them.
Stir in the granulated sugar while the tea is still hot, until fully dissolved.
Add 2 cups of cold water and fresh lemon juice to the sweetened tea, stirring to combine. Let it cool to room temperature or refrigerate until chilled.
Fill four glasses with ice cubes and pour 1/4 cup of bourbon into each glass.
Top off each glass with the chilled sweet tea mixture, stirring gently to combine.
Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Southern Iced Tea Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
253 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | 0% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
