Herbed Arnold Palmer
A simple half-and-half mixture of ice tea and lemonade is a classic refreshment that’s as easy to make as it sounds!
This version uses basil and mint for an added kick of flavor and brightness. What could be more refreshing for a hot afternoon in the summer sun?
Ingredients
Ingredients List:
- 6 cups water, divided
- 3 bags Teatulia Black Tea
- 5 mint leaves
- 5 basil leaves
- 2-3 lemons, juiced
- ⅓ cup Bee King’s Raw Honey
- Torn basil leaves, for garnish
- Torn mint leaves, for garnish
Preparation
- Make the Tea In a medium saucepan, heat 2 cups of water until it reaches a gentle simmer. Add the tea bags, fresh mint leaves, and fresh basil leaves. Allow the mixture to steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bags. Let the tea cool for 5–10 minutes.
- Mix Pour the steeped tea into a large pitcher. Add the fresh lemon juice, honey, torn fresh basil leaves, torn fresh mint leaves, and 4 cups of cold water. Stir thoroughly until the honey is fully dissolved and all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste & Serve! Taste the tea and adjust the flavor as needed by adding additional lemon juice for tartness or honey for sweetness. Refrigerate until chilled, then serve over ice.