Light Breeze White Tea Cocktail

Make a light and refreshing white tea cocktail with subtle flavors of cucumber, honey, and thyme. This cocktail is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day or to transport you to sunny days during the cold winter months. The combination of white tea, vodka, and sparkling water creates a beautifully balanced and refreshing drink.

Light Breeze White Tea Cocktail

A refreshing white tea cocktail with hints of cucumber, honey, and thyme, perfect for any season.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp loose leaf white tea (or 1 sachet tea bag)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 slices lemon
  • 1.50 oz vodka (or white rum or gin)
  • 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or mint if preferable)
  • 2 cucumber ribbons (optional: a few slices to muddle)
  • ice
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water (alternatively use sparkling wine or champagne)

Instructions

  1. Boil the water and steep the white tea for up to 5 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1 lemon slice, 1 thyme sprig (or mint), and honey with the vodka.
  3. Add the brewed tea and plenty of ice to the shaker. Shake well.
  4. Add ice and cucumber ribbons to the cocktail glass.
  5. Pour in the cocktail mixture and stir gently.
  6. Top with sparkling water. Garnish with the remaining thyme and lemon.