Southern Mint Bourbon Tea

This Southern Mint Bourbon Tea is a refreshing and delightful cocktail that combines the flavors of sweet tea, zesty lemon, and mint with a kick of bourbon. Perfect for game day or any occasion, this cocktail is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy the smooth and invigorating taste of this spiked Arnold Palmer-inspired drink.

Southern Mint Bourbon Tea

A delightful and refreshing spiked Arnold Palmer cocktail with sweet tea, lemon, mint, and bourbon.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 family-sized black tea bag
  • 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup strained lemon juice, chilled
  • 1/2 cup bourbon
  • Ice
  • Lemon slices, for serving

Instructions

  1. Boil 2 cups of water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
  2. Steep the tea bag and mint in the water for 5 minutes.
  3. Remove the tea bag and stir in the sugar until dissolved.
  4. Strain the sweet tea base into a large pitcher or vat, discarding the mint leaves.
  5. Stir in 2 more cups of water, the lemon juice, and bourbon.
  6. Serve chilled over ice with lemon slices.