Ingredients:
• 4 parts freshly brewed black tea
• 2 parts freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 2 parts simple syrup
• Ice
• Fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions:
1. Brew 4 cups of black tea.
2. Squeeze 2 lemons and combine the juice with 2 cups of simple syrup in a large pitcher.
3. Add the freshly brewed tea to the lemon juice and simple syrup.
4. Stir everything together.
5. Fill a large glass with ice.
6. Pour the Arnold Palmer mixture over the ice.
7. Garnish with fresh mint leaves (optional).
8. Enjoy!
The Arnold Palmer drink is an iced tea and lemonade combination that was named after legendary golfer Arnold Palmer. The drink dates back to the 1960’s when Arnold Palmer would order tea and lemonade together when he went out to lunch. Palmer eventually became known for this tasty concoction and it was referred to as the Arnold Palmer.
The drink has become a summer favorite and is easy to make. To create an Arnold Palmer, simply combine equal parts of freshly brewed black iced tea (sweetened or unsweetened, depending on preference) and freshly squeezed lemonade in a glass. Top with a few cubes of ice, give it a stir, and enjoy.
Tips and Techniques:
– To create a sweeter Arnold Palmer, add sugar or a sugar substitute to the iced tea before combining it with the lemonade.
– Use freshly brewed iced tea or store bought iced tea bags for convenience.
– Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferable but you can use store bought lemonade for convenience.
– Garnish with fresh lemon slices or a sprig of mint for added flavor.
– For a strong, tangy flavor, add more freshly squeezed lemon juice than iced tea.
– For a more mellow flavor, add a bit more iced tea than lemonade.