Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsEmma KeysHard American Sparkling Tea Recipe

Hard American Sparkling Tea Recipe

Inspired by Emma Keys
Time30m
Serves8

Make Hard American Sparkling Tea Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Brew the Tea

    Boil 4 cups of water and steep the black tea bags for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the tea bags and let the tea cool.

  2. 2

    Sweeten the Tea

    Stir in 1 cup of sugar into the warm tea until dissolved.

  3. 3

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large pitcher, combine the sweetened tea, 1 cup of lemon juice, and the bourbon or vodka. Stir well.

  4. 4

    Add Sparkling Water

    Slowly pour in 4 cups of sparkling water and gently mix to combine.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the sparkling tea mixture over the ice, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

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