Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsCAVASpindrift Half Tea & Half Lemon Recipe

Spindrift Half Tea & Half Lemon Recipe

Inspired by CAVA
Time15m
Serves4

Real-squeezed lemon juice meets Argentinian black tea in this pitch perfect pairing. Crisp and refreshing.

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Ingredients

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Beverage Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

  1. 1

    Brew the Tea

    In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Remove from heat and add the Argentinian black tea leaves. Steep for about 5 minutes.

  2. 2

    Strain the Tea

    After steeping, strain the tea leaves using a fine mesh strainer or tea infuser into a large pitcher. Allow the tea to cool to room temperature.

  3. 3

    Mix with Lemon Juice

    Once the tea has cooled, add 1 cup of fresh lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well to combine.

  4. 4

    Sweeten to Taste

    If desired, add honey or sugar to taste and stir until fully dissolved.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the tea and lemon mixture over the ice. Serve chilled.

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