Tea Vodka Spritz
A refreshing, customizable cocktail with tea-infused simple syrup
Ingredients
- Tea Simple Syrup:
- ½ cup (120 ml) water
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon (2 g) hibiscus tea [or your favorite tea]
- Vodka Spritz:
- 3 fl.oz (90 ml) Tea Simple Syrup
- 3 fl.oz (90 ml) vodka
- 1 lime, ends cut, and then sliced into 4 equal slices
- 2 cups (260 g) ice cubes
- 4 fl.oz (120 ml) prosecco or other sparkling wine
Directions
- For the Tea Simple Syrup: Combine water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium high heat. Bring to a boil, let cook for 1 minute. Take the pan off heat. Add the tea bag to the simple syrup and steep for 5 minutes. Remove and discard the tea bag. Cool the simple syrup completely before using in cocktails.
- For the Vodka Spritz: Place 3 fl. oz. tea simple syrup, vodka, lime, and ice into the Aer® Disc container in the order listed and secure the lid. Run the muddle program or start the blender on its lowest speed, then quickly increase to its highest speed. Blend for 45 seconds. Fill 2 cocktail glasses with ice. Strain the drink into the glasses. Top each with 2 fl. oz. of prosecco and serve.
- For a Mocktail: Replace the vodka with your favorite fruit juice, and follow the above instructions. Top with your favorite soda water and enjoy!
Notes
Get creative with tea flavors and garnishes! Each tea will lend a different flavor and color to this cocktail. We like using floral teas, like hibiscus or rosehip, for a bright color with a refreshing taste. Try garnishing with lime peel or edible blooms!
Nutrition
1 serving (223 ml)
- Calories: 180
- Total Carbohydrate: 9g
- Sugars: 8g
- Cholesterol: 49.9mg
- Sodium: 4.41mg