Summertime Minty Gin Refresher

This refreshing summer tea cocktail is a delightful combination of peppermint tea, sugar, and a splash of gin, providing a cooling and invigorating drink choice for those sunny days. It can be enjoyed without gin for a soothing beverage or with gin for an exhilarating summer tea cocktail.

Summertime Minty Gin Refresher

A delightful peppermint tea cocktail with a hint of gin, perfect for cooling down on a hot summer day.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 peppermint tea bag
  • 1.25 tbsp sugar
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Lime and lemon slices
  • 1 oz Gin (optional)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Boil the water in a saucepan, remove from heat, and steep the tea bag for 5 minutes.
  2. Remove the tea bag, stir in the sugar, and refrigerate until chilled, preferably overnight.
  3. Add gin if desired before serving.
  4. Place ice in a serving glass, pour in the tea, and garnish with mint, lemon, and lime slices.