Saturday, May 4, 2013

Black Raspberry Sparkling Ice Tea


This cocktail is perfect for any outdoor event during the warmer months.  Mint tea mixed with sweet raspberry is simply refreshing.


Ingredients

  • Bottle of Black Raspberry Sparkling ICE
  • Mint tea bags
  • 5-6 limes
  • Mint sprigs
  • Honey or agave nectar (optional)






Preparation

Step 1:

Bring 4 cups of water to a boil.

Step 2:

Remove from heat and add 4 bags of mint tea. Steep for 10 minutes.

Step 3:

Chill in the refrigerator for about 3 hours.

Step 4:

Approximately 8 teaspoons of lime juice, also chilled.

Step 5:

Mix 1 cup of the chilled mint tea with 1 to 2 teaspoons of the lime juice in a chilled glass. If you would like your tea extra sweet add in some honey, agava nectar, otherwise skip to the next step.

Step 6:

Add ¼ cup of chilled Black Raspberry Sparkling ICE to fill the glass.

Step 7:

Add crushed ice and stir. Add a lime wedge and mint sprig for garnish.


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