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Beekman 1802 Iced Tea

Published on By: Josh and Brent

We’ve tried many times to capture “summertime” in a glass, but nothing comes closer than a refreshing iced tea on a hot, sunny day.  Josh’s mom was a purist—ice, tea, and some lemon juice.  From the south, Brent’s family made tea that was syrupy sweet.

When two world’s collided at Beekman Farm, the result was something in between.  A little sweet, a little citrus-y, truly unique.

 

Beekman 1802 Iced Tea

(makes approximately 1/2 gallon and can be stored in the refrigerator for a week)

 

Ingredients

4 bags of your favorite tea (we use Earl Grey)

3 sticks cinnamon (about 2 inches long)

1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

5 leaves of fresh mint

1/2 cup of orange juice

 

Instructions

Place 6-1/2 cups of water in a saucepan and add the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg.

Bring to a boil and then turn the heat down to low and add mint. Cover and let simmer for 5 minutes.

Remove the pan from the heat and add tea bags. Let steep for 3-5 minutes (depending on desired strength).

Pour through a strainer.

Let liquid cool to room temperature, add orange juice and then pour mixture into a container to refrigerate.

Serve over ice in a tall glass garnishing with a thin slice of orange or extra mint leaves.

 

Share your family’s recipe for iced tea in the comments section below

 

 

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    By: Pip

    Put some vodka and a slice of fresh peach in that and call it a cocktail. yum!

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    By: Joy Barnes

    I am a southern gal, love my sweet tea. Tried making a sweet tea version of Sangria and it is great. I use decaf tea 12 small bags, 1 lemon, 1 orange, 1 lime, all sliced in thin rings, 3/4 c sugar. Brew tea, drain. add sugar to hot tea, mix well, add water 1/2 gallon, add sliced fruit, save a few slices of each for garnish. Chill for at least 4 hours, serve over ice in a tall glass, add garnish last.(a little vodka added at last second never hurt).Cheers.

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    By: teri tighe

    For those who know me, know that I’m an iced tea junkie. This sounds so refreshing and wonderful. I love “sweet” tea as well but this adds more flavors that I can’t wait to try.

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    By: CIndy Donaldson

    I love this combination!! Have had something like it at street fairs in Rochester. You are right, it is summer in a glass!!!!

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