Bourbon Mint Iced Tea
My bourbon mint iced tea is sweet, smooth, and perfect for parties. It tastes like summer in a glass and feels fancy without much effort.
I love easy summer cocktails like the strawberry daquiri, the Caipirinha and the tequila sunrise. Another favorite is this bourbon mint iced tea. Think of it as a mashup between sweet tea and mint juleps! I like to make the drink in a large pitcher and let guests add as little (or as much) alcohol as they want!
Why This Recipe Works: A Sprinkle of Food Science
- Flavorful Not Bitter: A quick steep prevents this.
- Hit Your Mint: This releases its oil and makes the flavor stronger.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Black Tea: I used Lipton family size tea bags. A flavored tea like peach should also be yummy.
- Mint: Look for bright green mint. Avoid any with yellowing steps or brown spots.
- Bourbon: I used Jim Beam. Wild Turkey is also good. Maker's Mark is a good splurge.
Krystle's Tips
- Make Tea Ice Cubes: This avoids a watered down drink.
- Bruise Your Mint: I like to clap it between my hands. You can also use a cocktail muddler or even a meat mallet. Stop once you smell it.
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Bourbon Mint Iced Tea
My bourbon mint iced tea is sweet, smooth, and perfect for parties. It tastes like summer in a glass and feels fancy without much effort.
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Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 284kcal
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Ingredients
- 8 Cups Cold Water
- 2 Family Sized Black Tea Bags
- 15 Mint Leaves Plus Extra for Garnish
- 1 ½ Cups Sugar
- 2 Cups Bourbon
- Lemon Slices If Desired
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Instructions
- In a large saucepan bring water to a boil.
- Remove from heat and add in the teabags, sugar, and mint. Steep for 3-5 minutes. Strain and cool.
- Fill an glass with ice. Add 2 ounces of bourbon to each glass. Top off with tea and garnish with mint if desired. Enjoy responsibly!
Nutrition
Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 13mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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This bourbon mint iced tea is refreshing and fun. Cool, minty, and perfect for sipping on a warm day with a little boozy kick.
This worked exactly as written, thanks!
My family loved this!
The mint in this was perfect, such a fun drink!
My friends really enjoyed this drink! The mint + bourbon combo is irresistible. A new favorite for parties and gatherings.