Bourbon Minted Tea
AUDREY SAUNDERS
of
Beacon
Serves six.
1/2 ounce lemon juice
3/4 ounce simple syrup
1/4 ounce Branca Menta
3/4 ounce Maker's Mark bourbon
5 ounces Arizona iced tea
Garnish: Mint sprig
To make simple syrup:
Combine 1 cup granulated sugar and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil for a few seconds. Set aside to cool.
Place the lemon juice, syrup, Branca Menta, and bourbon in a mixing glass, and shake well. Pour into a large glass filled with ice, top with the tea, and garnish |