Easy bourbon sweet tea is a refreshing summer cocktail that’s perfect for get-togethers or relaxing outside behind the house. And it’s super easy! Just mix fresh lemon juice, sugar, brewed tea, and your favourite bourbon and enjoy.
Servings 2 Cocktails
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups Water divided
- 3 bags Black tea
- 1/2 cup White sugar
- 1 Small ginger piece peeled
- 1/4 cup Lemon juice
- 3 oz Bourbon
Instructions
- Bring 3 cups of water to a boil. Add tea bags and brew according to package directions, 3 to 4 minutes. Discard tea bags
- While tea is brewing, combine 1/2 cup water, sugar, ginger, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Simmer just until the sugar is fully dissolved. Pour syrup through a fine strainer
- Combine tea and simple syrup
- Add bourbon and top with ice
- Serve with lemon slice to garnish
