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Alcoholic Cocktail Collins Glass 10 ingredients

Recipe

  • 2 oz Southern Sweet Iced Tea
  • 1 oz Soda (Lemon Lime)
  • 1/2 oz Schnapps (Peach)
  • 1/2 oz Peach Brandy
  • 1/2 oz Southern Comfort Peach
  • 1/2 oz Gin
  • 1/2 oz Rum (White)
  • 1/2 oz Tequila (Silver)
  • 1/2 oz Vodka
  • 1/2 oz Bitters

Instructions

"Southern Tea" was invented by poet and author by day, mixologist by night Derek M.A. Alexander. He was inspired by his trip to Atlanta in the great state of Georgia, where he took his first sip of Peach Tea and loved it! It is the southern answer to the "Long Island Iced Tea." Also known as "Dirty Tea," "Southern Hospitali-Tea," and "Fatali-Tea," it is not for the weak at heart! The very popular ppotent potable is versatile. It can be sipped on a hot summer day, or served hot on a cold winter night. Be careful, though! All of the sweet ingredients tend to mask the taste of the alcohol, making it a very "sneaky" treat! Mix all of the ingredients, stir, and serve over ice cubes in a collins glas, and garnish with a wedge of Lemon.

About Southern Tea

The Southern Tea cocktail is a delightful blend of Southern flavors with a potent kick, inspired by the classic Southern tradition of sweet iced tea. This drink is a vibrant and refreshing concoction that combines the comforting taste of Southern sweet iced tea with a medley of spirits, creating a unique twist on the typical iced tea experience. The cocktail's base of Southern Sweet Iced Tea is complemented by the effervescence of lemon-lime soda, adding a zesty sparkle to the mix. The fruity essence of peach schnapps and peach brandy enhances the drink's sweetness, while the Southern Comfort Peach adds a distinctive Southern charm with its rich, smooth character.

The cocktail's complexity is further enriched by a robust blend of spirits: gin, white rum, silver tequila, and vodka, each contributing their own subtle notes to the overall profile. A dash of bitters ties the flavors together, adding depth and balance to the drink. While the history of the Southern Tea cocktail is not as storied as some classic cocktails, it embodies the spirit of Southern hospitality and creativity, offering a refreshing yet potent experience reminiscent of leisurely afternoons spent on a Southern porch. Perfect for those who enjoy a sweet yet spirited drink, Southern Tea is a modern homage to the timeless allure of Southern-style beverages.

This cocktail is alcoholic, so drink responsibly! Best served in a Collins Glass, though any glass works!

Feel free to get creative with substitutions — try different fruit types, sugar substitutes, or liquor brands. Crafting cocktails should be fun!

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This drink uses 10 core ingredients. Click any ingredient to find more drinks featuring it:

  1. Iced Tea
  2. Soda (Lemon Lime)
  3. Schnapps (Fruited)
  4. Brandy (Peach)
  5. Southern Comfort Peach
  6. Gin
  7. Rum (Light)
  8. Tequila (Silver)
  9. Vodka
  10. Bitters

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