Whether you're playing through the back nine or lounging on the porch, nothing is more refreshing than an ice-cold spiked Arnold Palmer. Because it makes over 6 quarts, it is the perfect batch cocktail forĀ barbecues,Ā tailgates, or luncheons. It is a lighter, more thirst-quenching alternative to beer and is super easy to mix together. It's also inspired by one of Ree Drummond's "favorite summertime rituals" which isĀ a big ol' batch of lemonade!
What is an Arnold Palmer?
Popularized by and named for the world-famous golfer, this drink was originally made with 3 parts unsweetened ice tea and 1 part lemonade. Known as a Back Nine or a John Daly when it is mixed with alcohol, it is often spiked with vodka. This spiked Arnold Palmer, however, is a big nod to the South. Made with sweet tea, herbaceous fresh mint, and plenty of bourbon, this drink was made to be sipped from a jam jar on the porch.
What is in a spiked Arnold Palmer?
Instead of making sweet tea and lemonade separately, this recipe streamlines the process. Because all of the sugar is dissolved in the hot, concentrated black tea, there is no need to make a separate simple syrup for the lemonade. Some mint leaves are also steeped in the mixture for a refreshing and herbaceous flavor. The sweetened black tea concentrate is combined with fresh squeezed lemon juice (itās worth it!) and more water. After stirring in the bourbon, this drink is ready to be served over ice.
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- Yields:
- 6 qt.
- Prep Time:
- 20 mins
- Total Time:
- 45 mins
Ingredients
- 5
family-sized black tea bags
- 1/2 c.
fresh mint leaves, plus more for serving
- 4 c.
granulated sugar
- 2 c.
strained lemon juice from 12 whole lemons, chilled
- 3 c.
bourbon
Ice
Lemon slices, for serving
Directions
- StepĀ 1In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, bring 2 quarts of water to a boil. Dunk the tea bags and the mint into the water and allow them to steep for 5 minutes. Remove the tea bags and whisk in the sugar until dissolved.
- StepĀ 2Strain the sweet tea base into a large pitcher or vat, discard theĀ mint leaves. Stir in 4 quarts of water, theĀ lemon juice, and bourbon.
- StepĀ 3Serve chilled over ice with lemon slices and mint sprigs.
Tip: If you like your Arnold Palmers extra sweet, add another cup of sugar to the tea mixture.
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