Spring Forward Recipe
Turn over a new leaf with this perfect crafted lemon iced tea with an added buzz.
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Ingredients
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Iced Tea Base
Alcoholic Additive
Garnish
Method
Iced Tea Preparation
- 1
Boil Water
In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- 2
Steep Tea
Once the water is boiling, remove it from heat and add 4 black tea bags. Allow the tea to steep for about 5 minutes.
- 3
Sweeten the Tea
After steeping, remove the tea bags and stir in 1 cup of sugar until dissolved.
- 4
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in 1 cup of fresh lemon juice and mix well.
- 5
Cool the Tea
Let the mixture cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 1 hour until chilled.
Mixing the Drink
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the chilled iced tea, 1 cup of vodka, and lemon slices.
- 7
Serve
Pour the drink over ice in individual glasses.
- 8
Garnish
Top each glass with a handful of fresh mint leaves for an added burst of flavor.