Spiked Sweet Iced Tea

1. 1

   Combine sugar and 3 cups water in a non-reactive saucepan.

2. 2

   Slowly heat until sugar melts.

3. 3

   Remove from heat and cool.

4. 4

   Infuse the black tea in 1 quart of just boiled water for 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Strain tea into a pitcher and then add 1 quart of room temperature water.

6. 6

   Combine the tea and the cooled simple syrup, mixing well.

7. 7

   Refrigerate until cool.

8. 8

   To serve, fill a 12-ounce glass with ice cubes, a pinch of zest, and a sprig of mint.

9. 9

   Add 2 ounces whiskey or bourbon and fill to the top with the sweetened tea.

10. 10

    Stir and serve.

11. 11

    Repeat as needed.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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