Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Tea Spritzer

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Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Tea Spritzer

A refreshing twist on traditional sweet tea, this Kentucky-inspired bourbon spritzer is perfect for warm summer days. With the sweetness of tea and the richness of bourbon, this drink is sure to be a hit at any gathering.

šŸ½ļø Beverage šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Easy ⭐ 4.8/5 (711 reviews)
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15m
Prep
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30m
Cook
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15m
Total
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6
Serves
šŸ”„
210
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 oz Bourbon whiskey
  • 1 qt Sweet tea
  • 1 tbsp Lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Sugar
  • 4 cups Ice cubes
  • 1 sprig Fresh mint leaves
  • 4 oz Club soda
  • 6 wedges Lime wedges
  • 2 slices Fresh strawberries

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Fill a large glass with ice cubes and set aside.

  2. 2

    Step 2: Pour 2 oz of bourbon whiskey over the ice cubes.

  3. 3

    Step 3: Pour 1 qt of sweet tea over the bourbon.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Add 1 tbsp of lemon juice and 1 tsp of sugar to the tea.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Stir the mixture well to combine.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Add 4 oz of club soda to the glass and stir gently.

  7. 7

    Step 7: Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a few slices of fresh strawberries.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Serve immediately and enjoy!

  9. 9

    Step 9: For a twist, add a lime wedge to the rim of the glass before serving.

  10. 10

    Step 10: To make this recipe more festive, serve in a pitcher with a large sprig of mint garnish.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

To make the perfect sweet tea, use a ratio of 1 cup of sugar to 1 quart of tea. To make this recipe more refreshing, add a few slices of fresh strawberries to the glass before serving. To make this recipe more festive, serve in a pitcher with a large sprig of mint garnish.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

210
Calories
1g
Protein
30g
Carbs
0g
Fat
2g
Fiber
20g
Sugar
5mg
Sodium
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