Ingredients
- ½ cup very hot water
- 2 tea bags (such as Lipton®)
- 1 tablespoon firmly packed fresh spearmint leaves
- 5 cubes ice, or as desired
- 1 tablespoon simple syrup, or to taste
- ½ fluid ounce pear-flavored vodka (such as Absolut®)
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Reasons You'll Love It
This refreshing drink combines the vibrant flavors of tropical fruits with soothing tea, making it perfect for warm days or anytime you need a little pick-me-up. Its balance of sweet and tangy notes is both satisfying and light.
Best Cooking Tips
- Use fresh, ripe fruits for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- Brew the tea a little stronger than usual to ensure its taste shines through the fruit juices.
- Chill the tea completely before mixing to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
- Brew the tea a little stronger than usual to ensure its taste shines through the fruit juices.
- Chill the tea completely before mixing to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
Step 1
Pour some hot water into a glass and dropping in the tea bags. Let them steep until the water turns a deep, rich color—this usually takes about 4 minutes. Once the tea is ready, take out the tea bags and set the tea aside.
Step 2
Take a handful of fresh spearmint leaves and gently crush them at the bottom of a 12-ounce glass. This helps release their flavor. Fill the glass with ice, then pour in the brewed tea along with a splash of simple syrup to sweeten things up.
Step 3
Finally, add your vodka and give everything a good stir to mix all those lovely flavors together. Enjoy!
How To Serve It Best
Serve over ice in tall glasses with a slice of citrus or a sprig of mint for a decorative touch. It pairs wonderfully with light snacks like fruit salads or coconut-based treats.
Food Storage Guide
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir gently before serving as some settling may occur. Avoid freezing to maintain the fresh fruit flavors.
