Description
Ina Garten’s Bourbon Arnold Palmers blend refreshing lemonade and sweet tea with a sophisticated bourbon kick. Cool summer afternoons find perfect harmony in this elegant cocktail that promises relaxation and Southern charm for cocktail enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) good bourbon (such as Maker’s Mark)
- 2 cups (475 ml) boiling water
- ½ cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice (from about 3 lemons)
Sweeteners and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup (100 g) simple syrup
Garnish and Additional Flavoring:
- 2 tea bags (Earl Grey or English Breakfast)
- ½ lemon, halved through the stem and cut into ¼-inch (6 mm) thick half-rounds
Instructions
- Carefully submerge tea bags into a 2-cup () glass measuring container, then cascade boiling water over them. Allow the tea to infuse for precisely 10 minutes, extracting maximum flavor. Remove and discard the used tea bags.
- Transfer the brewed tea into a spacious glass pitcher. Incorporate freshly squeezed lemon juice, homemade simple syrup, smooth bourbon whiskey, and an additional of cool water. Gently stir the mixture until ingredients are thoroughly integrated.
- Place the pitcher in the refrigerator, allowing the beverage to cool and flavors to meld together. Let it rest for approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour until completely chilled.
- Prepare serving glasses by filling them halfway with crystal-clear ice cubes. Slowly pour the refreshing, chilled tea mixture over the ice, ensuring an even distribution.
- Enhance the presentation by adorning each glass with delicate lemon slice garnishes. Serve immediately while the drink remains crisp and cool, offering a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spirited notes.
Notes
- Elevate Cocktail with Premium Bourbon: Pick a high-quality bourbon like Maker’s Mark to transform the Arnold Palmer’s depth and complexity, ensuring a rich, smooth foundation for your drink.
- Maximize Citrus Freshness: Squeeze lemons moments before mixing to capture the brightest, most vibrant juice possible, delivering an authentic and zesty flavor profile.
- Balance Sweetness Strategically: Experiment with simple syrup quantities, starting conservatively and tasting gradually to achieve your perfect sweet-tart harmony.
- Optimize Tea Temperature: Allow brewed tea to cool completely before combining ingredients, preventing ice dilution and maintaining the cocktail’s intense flavor concentration.
- Enhance Visual Appeal: Garnish with fresh lemon slices to create an Instagram-worthy presentation that amplifies both aesthetic charm and citrusy aromatics.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (1/6 of the recipe)
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg