Long Island Green Tea Recipe

Name: Long Island Green Tea
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ice; 2 ounces Green Tea Vodka, recipe follows; 1/2 -ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice; 1 -ounce orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau); 1/4 -ounce golden rum; 2 to 3 teaspoons Simple Syrup, recipe follows; Flowery Ice Cubes, for garnish (optional); 1 cup vodka; 2 gunpowder green tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose gunpowder green tea; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup water; Edible flowers; Water

Servings: persons

Ice
2 ounces Green Tea Vodka, recipe follows
1/2 -ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 -ounce orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
1/4 -ounce golden rum
2 to 3 teaspoons Simple Syrup, recipe follows
Flowery Ice Cubes, for garnish (optional)
1 cup vodka
2 gunpowder green tea bags or 2 tablespoons loose gunpowder green tea
1 cup sugar
1 cup water
Edible flowers
Water

1
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2
Add Green Tea Vodka, lemon juice, orange liqueur, and Simple Syrup.
3
Cover and shake until mixed and chilled, about 30 seconds.
4
(In general, the drink is ready by the time the shaker mists up.)
5
Strain into a tall glass filled with Flowery Ice Cubes, if using.
6
Place both tea bags into the vodka.
7
Cover, shake, and let steep for 2 hours.
8
Remove and discard the tea bags.
9
Put the sugar and water in a small saucepan.
10
Cook over low heat, stirring, until the sugar dissolves.
11
(Alternatively, heat in the microwave.)
12
Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.
13
Drop 1 edible flower into each segment of an ice-cube tray; fill with water and freeze.

209

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ice, 2 ounces Green Tea Vodka, recipe follows, 1/2 -ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 -ounce orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau), and more.

Yes, Long Island Green 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Long Island Green Tea

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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