Name: Twisted Tea
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 4 cups Water (For brewing tea); 5 pcs Black Tea Bags (Such as English Breakfast or Orange Pekoe); 0.5 cup Granulated Sugar (For simple syrup); 1 cup Vodka (Use a good quality, smooth vodka); 0.5 cup Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed is best); 1 pcs Lemon (Sliced for garnish); 8 pcs Fresh Mint Sprigs (For garnish); 2 cups Ice Cubes (For serving)

Popularity

2.5

A zesty, refreshing iced tea with a kick! Perfect for unwinding after a long day.

Nutrition per Serving

253

Calories

Protein

31g

Carbs

Fat

low-sodium low-fat low-calorie

Recipes in this Meal

1. Twisted Tea

A refreshing homemade version of the popular hard iced tea. This boozy beverage combines strong black tea, tangy lemon, and smooth vodka for the perfect summer cooler. Easy to make by the pitcher and perfect for gatherings.

Prep10 min

Cook5 min

Servings4

Serving size: 1 serving

253cal

1gprotein

31gcarbs

Ingredients

4 cups Water (For brewing tea)
5 pcs Black Tea Bags (Such as English Breakfast or Orange Pekoe)
0.5 cup Granulated Sugar (For simple syrup)
1 cup Vodka (Use a good quality, smooth vodka)
0.5 cup Lemon Juice (Freshly squeezed is best)
1 pcs Lemon (Sliced for garnish)
8 pcs Fresh Mint Sprigs (For garnish)
2 cups Ice Cubes (For serving)

Instructions

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About Twisted Tea

A zesty, refreshing iced tea with a kick! Perfect for unwinding after a long day.

This american dish is perfect for dinner. With 252.64 calories and 1.04g of protein per serving, it's a low-sodium, low-fat, low-calorie option for your meal plan.

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Brew and Chill the Tea

In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the 5 black tea bags.
Allow the tea to steep for 5 to 7 minutes. Avoid over-steeping to prevent bitterness.
Carefully remove and discard the tea bags, squeezing them gently to release any excess liquid.
Let the tea cool to room temperature on the counter, then transfer it to a pitcher and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until completely cold.

Prepare the Simple Syrup

While the tea is chilling, combine 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan.
Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar has completely dissolved (about 2-3 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove from the heat and let the simple syrup cool completely to room temperature.

Mix the Hard Iced Tea

Once the tea and simple syrup are fully chilled, pour the cooled simple syrup, 1 cup of vodka, and 1/2 cup of fresh lemon juice into the pitcher with the chilled tea.
Stir thoroughly with a long spoon to ensure all ingredients are well combined.

Serve and Garnish

Fill tall glasses with plenty of ice cubes.
Pour the prepared Twisted Tea mixture over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a fresh lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.

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