Smoky Spice Tea Delight

Cozy up to the smoky-sweet flavors of this rum cocktail infused with Lapsang tea and tiki bitters. The combination of Scotch, Jamaican-style rum, and tangy citrus creates a complex and comforting drink that's perfect for sipping on a chilly evening. Whether you're a tea lover or a cocktail enthusiast, this unique blend of flavors is sure to delight your taste buds.

Smoky Spice Tea Delight

A smoky-sweet rum cocktail infused with Lapsang tea, Scotch, Jamaican-style rum, and a hint of citrus, creating a comforting and complex drink.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lapsang tea
  • 1 1/2 ounces Scotch
  • 1 ounce Lapsang tea simple syrup
  • 3/4 ounce Jamaican-style rum
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 ounce agave simple syrup
  • 2 dashes tiki bitters
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Ice
  • 1 orange slice, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Make the Lapsang tea simple syrup: Boil the water, add the sugar, and stir until dissolved. Add the tea and steep for 10 minutes, then strain out the tea leaves.
  2. In a cocktail shaker, combine all the ingredients except for the ice and orange slice.
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice and serve.