Lacey’S “Hard” Sweet Tea Recipe

Name: Lacey’S “Hard” Sweet Tea
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:; 1 cup Granulated Sugar; 1 cup Water; FOR THE DRINK:; Ice (for Shaking And For Serving); 2 ounces, fluid Sweet Tea Vodka (produced By Firefly, Seagram, Jeremiah Weed, Burnett's, Sweet Carolina, Depp Eddy, Etc.); 1 ounce, fluid Simple Syrup; 1 ounce, fluid Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice, Plus Extra For Splash; 4 ounces, fluid Freshly Brewed Black Tea, Cold; 2 whole Fresh Mint Leaves, Whole, Plus More For Garnish; Sliced Lemon, For Garnish

Servings: persons

FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 cup Water
FOR THE DRINK:
Ice (for Shaking And For Serving)
2 ounces, fluid Sweet Tea Vodka (produced By Firefly, Seagram, Jeremiah Weed, Burnett's, Sweet Carolina, Depp Eddy, Etc.)
1 ounce, fluid Simple Syrup
1 ounce, fluid Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice, Plus Extra For Splash
4 ounces, fluid Freshly Brewed Black Tea, Cold
2 whole Fresh Mint Leaves, Whole, Plus More For Garnish
Sliced Lemon, For Garnish

1
To make a simple syrup, combine 1 cup granulated sugar with 1 cup water (or just equal parts, if making more or less) in a medium sauce pan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until it begins to boil and sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2
In a cocktail shaker, add ice, followed by Sweet Tea Vodka, 1 ounce of the simple syrup, the lemon juice and black tea. Top with fresh mint leaves. Close shaker and shake vigorously for about 1 minute, or until condensation starts to appear on the shaker.
3
Using a strainer, pour mixture over some more ice in a tall glass. Squeeze a little lemon over cocktail for a splash of lemon. Garnish with a fresh mint leaf or slice of lemon, if desired.
4
Enjoy!

196

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE SIMPLE SYRUP:, 1 cup Granulated Sugar, 1 cup Water, FOR THE DRINK:, and more.

Yes, Lacey’S “Hard” Sweet Tea falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Lacey’S “Hard” Sweet Tea

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