Ingredients:

  • 4 bags of black tea (like English Breakfast or Earl Grey)
  • 4 cups (960 ml) water
  • ½ cup (100 g) sugar (adjust for sweetness)
  • 1 lemon (juice and zest)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) vodka (or bourbon)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) club soda (or sparkling water)

Instructions:

  1. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan.
  2. Remove from heat, add tea bags, and steep for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Remove tea bags, stir in sugar until dissolved. Add lemon juice and zest. Let it cool.
  4. Once cooled, pour the sweet tea mixture into a large pitcher.
  5. Stir in vodka (or bourbon) and club soda.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
  7. Serve over ice and garnish with lemon slices.