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Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Tea

The South's two greatest contributions to the world — sweet tea and bourbon — united in one legendary glass. Smooth, sweet, and just a little dangerous. Sip slowly on a warm evening.

20 min
Easy
Serves 6
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Kentucky Bourbon Sweet Tea

Instructions

  1. 1

    Bring water to a full boil. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and steep for 5 minutes. Remove bags without squeezing.

  2. 2

    While tea is hot, stir in sugar until fully dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.

  3. 3

    Transfer sweet tea to a pitcher. Refrigerate until cold, at least 1 hour.

  4. 4

    When ready to serve, stir in bourbon. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.

  5. 5

    Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.

Pro tip

Add the bourbon just before serving, not hours ahead — it keeps the flavour bright. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute bourbon with a splash of apple cider vinegar and a drop of smoked maple syrup.

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